University at Buffalo (UB)
UBIT SECURITY ALERT, 3/24/22
Email phishing alert - Do not click 'URGENT STUDENT NOTICE!' email
An email comes from a UB address with the subject line "URGENT STUDENT NOTICE!" It claims an important document is pending verification by all students, and includes a large link with the words "CLICK HERE."
Red flags: How you can tell it is a fake
- The message is generic. It references an "important document" and claims that "every student" must respond, without mentioning the recipient by name.
- Spelling and grammar errors. Some sentences in the message are not capitalized; the message also includes a nonstandard expression "have a view at."
I already clicked the link. What should I do?
- If you entered your password, change it immediately - go to Changing Your Password.
- If clicked on the link, but did not enter your password, please check that your computer security or anti virus program is on and up to date.
I did not click on the attachment. What should I do?
Delete the email.
DATE ACTIVE:
3/24/22
THREAT LEVEL:
High
TYPE:
Phish
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