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What NOT To Do: Phishing & Secure Your Workstation

What TO Do: Phishing & Secure Your Workstation

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Phishing: Last Warning - synchronize with out security protocols

This message looks like it is from Marist and has small details such as the recipient's name and email address. They use a sense of urgency to trick people into clicking. Don't get hooked! Find out how to spot these and other malicious emails.
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Phishing: (9) messages are on pending

You have 9 messages pending! This is a phishing attempt, similar to others that claim there are email messages in quarantine. Click "read more" to see additional details and see why this is a phishing message.
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Phishing: Action: Password Reset Notice

Your password is expiring in 24 hours! In reality, this is a phishing attempt. Don't get hooked - click "read more" to find out why this email is malicious.
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Phishing: QUOTA EXCEEDED

Your email quota has been exceeded! But not really - this is a phishing attempt. If you click on the link a malicious website will come up asking for your Marist username and password.
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Fraud: YOU WON DONATION

This is a classic example of a lottery scam. These types of emails have been circulating for decades - they are never valid and always lead to financial fraud.
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Phishing: Attention Required

Attention! You have quarantined messages and you must click a link to review them! Don't fall for it - this is just an attempt to steal your Marist login and password. Make sure to read more to see more tips for spotting phishing emails.
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Phishing: Account Restricted (LinkedIn)

LinkedIn says you must confirm your email address! But this isn't really LinkedIn - remember to always scrutinize email messages and the links within them to make sure they are valid.
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Virus: you have some pending documents waiting for download

This email looks like it comes from WeTransfer, a valid service for sharing large files. This is a malicious email with a fake link - the files are infected with viruses that can take control of your machine.
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Fraud: Purchase (impersonation)

This is another example of an impersonation email. As we get closer to the end of the semester, these emails will be more common. Click "Read More" and learn how to spot them!
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