Please be aware of further phishing attacks

Posted in: Phishing, Security

Following on from the 'grant offer' phishing attack we reported earlier this week, we have received reports of another attempt this time targeting the old webmail sign on page and verifying credentials. Please be aware that all staff and students should now have migrated to Exchange and so please do not enter your password or click any links.

 Below is an example of the phishing email:

Subject: Beware EMail security Alert!

Dear User,

There has been an automatic security update on our Bath University Administrative Server system, Please use the direct link below to validate your WebMail account.

CLICK HERE: [LINK to phishing page]

 

Copyright © 2016 University of Bath. All rights reserved IT Support &  Web Desk Computing Services (this is a fake phishing link).

 

What if I have submitted the form?
You must reset your password immediately if you are unsure of how to do this or you are unable to access the tool please visit the IT Service Desk on Level 2 of the Library for assistance.

You can also read the University of Bath phishing information, which gives further advice. You can also forward phishing or emails you suspect are phishing  emails to: abuse@bath.ac.uk

 

Posted in: Phishing, Security