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What NOT To Do: Phishing & Secure Your Workstation

What TO Do: Phishing & Secure Your Workstation

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Fraud: Send me your available cell phone number

You get an email from your supervisor, dean, or Vice President, and it's urgent and important! But beware - the sender isn't who you think it is. Read on to find out how this scam works and how to avoid falling for it.
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Fraud: Payment received for annual subscription

This is a purchasing scam, that tried to look like a subscription for Geek Squad services. Don't be fooled - these scammers are trying to get your credit card number. Read more to find out how!
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Fraud: Re-issue of support accepted (McAfee)

You McAfee protection has been renewed for three years and the payment has already been made. Are you concerned? You should be! But don't call the number in the email - this is a fraudulent message. Found out why by clicking Read More.
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Fraud: In_Voice (PayPal)

Invoice scams are common! This time it is a receipt from PayPal for a Cryptocurrency purchase. Don't be fooled: this are cybercriminals trying to steal money from you.
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Fraud: Security Alert (malicious website pop-up)

You see a pop-up saying the website you are visiting is "illegal" and your computer is infected with viruses. Helpfully, the pop-up includes a "scan" button. Don't click it! That will only lead to financial loss. Make sure to click "read more" and find out how this scam works.
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Fraud: thank you for shopping with us

Amazon got your order for a Mac Book Pro! The problem is that you never ordered it - the email has a number to call to resolve the issue. But beware - this is a fraudulent invoice and scammers are just trying to get your credit card information.
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Fraud: PART TIME JOB OFFER!!

You receive an email from a Marist account announcing a part-time job opportunity. Be wary of any emails like these - unsolicited job offers are rarely valid and can often lead to financial loss. Make sure to click "read more" and find out how to spot these in the future!
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Fraud: Order

Another invoice scam! This one tries to look like a McAfee subscription. Don't be fooled - these scammers are trying to get your credit card number. Read more to find out how!
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Fraud: In_Voice

We have seen variations of this one before - an email shows up in your inbox claiming that you have an invoice and the company will automatically pay it. They provide a helpful number to call! But beware, that number only leads to cyber criminals who are trying to steal money from you.
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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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