What is the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG)?

APWG is an international coalition focused on eliminating phishing and email fraud. Members include financial institutions, technology companies, law enforcement, and government agencies. They share threat intelligence and coordinate responses to phishing campaigns.

APWG maintains the eCrime Research database tracking phishing attacks globally. They publish reports on phishing trends, techniques, and countermeasures. Their data helps organizations understand evolving threats.

For senders, APWG work matters because phishing undermines email trust generally. Phishing attacks spoofing your brand damage recipient relationships. Understanding APWG resources helps implement defenses (DMARC, BIMI) and respond when your brand is targeted.