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!

Have you heard this phone message? It sounds serious - you are in legal trouble! Your social security number will been suspended if you don't press 1 to speak to someone! This is a common scam - if you get this message just hang up the phone. Click Read More to hear the message and find out how this scam works.

You receive an email that someone is looking for a tutor for their child. It isn't an uncommon request - but in this case it will lead to financial fraud and theft. Read more to find out how! And remember, Marist College has services for all students looking for jobs, both on-campus and off-campus.

This is a purchasing scam, claiming that there is an auto-renewal of software and a call to customer service will assist in adjusting the billing or canceling the service. It is just a way to get your credit card number! Read more to see the message (and learn why many of the words in the email are spelled incorrectly).

Purchasing scams are common! You receive a purchase notification or shipping notification for a product you didn't order. If you call the number in the email, they will ask for your credit card to "resolve" the issue. Don't fall for it! Always read these emails carefully and look for key signs of fraud.

"Are you free at the moment?" It looks like an simple inquiry from your supervisor, department head, or Dean, but it's not actually anyone you know. This is an impersonation email, and a cyber attacker is trying to dupe you into a fraudulent financial transaction.

This message is an example of an impersonation attempt. It leverages trust relationships among Marist College community members, creating a sense of urgency and leading to a fraudulent financial transaction.

Tax day is coming! Every year, criminals take advantage of this time of year to aggressively target individuals through malicious emails, phone call scams, and tax filing fraud. Click Read More to learn about some common scams.

This email is an example of a common extortion (or blackmail) fraud. The criminal tries to convince the recipient that they have incriminating or negative information, unless the person makes a payment by cryptocurrency.

This email is similar to other fraudulent purchase notifications. It says that the recipient's subscription to a service has been renewed. The number at the bottom of the email goes right to the criminals, who will ask for a credit card number to "resolve" the issue.