Spot the Red Flag

The office team chat is busy this morning. Somewhere in there is a scam.

Scams often come down to one moment: an urgent request, an odd email address, a link that isn't quite right. In this 60-second interactive scene, tap the moment you spot the red flag. You'll get a score and a quick explanation of the warning signs.

How to play

1. Press play.
2. Watch the scene closely.
3. Tap "Red flag!" the moment you see a red flag.
4. Read your score and the explanation.
5. Share your card or try again.

Your score is the seconds from the red flag appearing to your tap.

FAQ

What's a red flag?

A sign a message may be a scam, like pressure to act right away or a request for passwords or payment.

Isn't bad grammar the giveaway?

Not anymore. CISA notes that with AI, some scam emails have perfect grammar and spelling.

What should I do with a real suspicious message?

CISA advises not clicking links or attachments, reporting it, and contacting the person or company another way you trust.

What is business email compromise?

A scam where criminals pose as a boss, coworker or vendor to get money or data. The FBI's IC3 publishes warnings about it.

Is my score saved?

No. Your score stays on this page and is gone when you leave, unless you choose to copy and share it.

Sources

Last verified: October 16, 2026.

• CISA: Recognize and Report Phishing
• FBI IC3: Public Service Announcement on business email compromise

For awareness training only. Scenes are fictional; any resemblance to real people or companies is coincidental. The characters and voices are AI-generated. Report real scams to the appropriate authorities.