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CYBER SECURITY NEWS - Timeline of a Phish
Payroll Fraud Scam
Information Security has received reports of a scam targeting the Human Resource department. In this latest incident, the fraudster spoofed a staff name and requested to change the direct deposit banking information of the employee paycheck into an account controlled by the fraudster. Detail of the scam email The fraudster created a fake email, filled […]
Phish Alert - Office365 Support
The email below was not sent by IT. The perpetrators are trying to steal your information. If you find the email in your inbox, delete it.
Job scams targeting students
How does earning $600 - $1000 per week for a part-time job sound? Not too bad heh? Before you reply to any unsolicited job related emails or provide personal information, ask yourself if the job is too good to be true. Do your due diligence and be wary of the tactics used by the job […]
Stay Secure - Why You Need a Different Password for Each Online Account
Hello, York University! With Spring already here and summer fast approaching, you may be spending more time outdoors. Cybersecurity threats are year-round, however, so take a minute to read! During March, York University's Cybersecurity department has uncovered a scammer's attempt to steal money from an employee. The scammer in question was able to log in […]
Phish Alert - York University: Confirm Email is Active
As of August 13, York University UIT Information Security has detected a Phish Alert targeting York University emails. York University will never ask you to confirm your account's status by clicking on a link.
Phish Alert - You Have {1} New Important Message
As of August 9, York University UIT Security has detected a phishing attack targeting Schulich emails with the subject line: "You Have {1} New Important Message" York University will never ask you to verify your email for "unusual activities"
Phish Alert - York University Community: Important Account Notice
As of August 7, York University UIT Security has detected a phishing attack targeting York University staff with the subject line: "York University Community: Important Account Notice" You will never be asked to validate your account via email.
Phish Alert - Passport York Password Expiring Soon
As of August 3, York University UIT Security has detected a phishing attack targeting York University staff with the subject line: "Passport York Password Expiring Soon" Passport York will never send emails to remind you to change passwords.
