Phish Alert - 'You have a new message"
Description
There is currently an email message circulating that has been received by many users with the subject "You have a new message". The message appears to be from "University of Regina", however, the sending email address is "u5397652@uds.anu.edu.au" or "jinsoo.yoon@anu.edu.au".
The message claims that you have an important message, and includes a link to log in.
From: "University of Regina" <u5397652@uds.anu.edu.au>
Date: March 16, 2017 at 10:44:30 AM CST
To: "Name" <username@uregina.ca>
Subject: You have a new message
You have 1 new Important Schedule message
Sign In [Link to fraudlent log in portal]
University of Regina Blackboard | Technology Services
Impact
Phishing is an online fraud technique used by criminals to entice you to disclose personal information. It is the fastest rising online crime method used for stealing personal financial information and perpetrating identity theft.
Phishers use many different tactics to lure you, including email and web sites that resemble well-known, trusted institutions. A common phishing practice involves spamming recipients with a fake message under the name of a trusted institution. The purpose of this fake message is to trick you into providing personal information, such as user name and password.
People who respond to phishing e-mails, and input the requested financial or personal information into e-mails, websites, or pop-up windows put themselves and their institutions at risk.
Resolution
If you inadvertently clicked a link and entered your credentials, please change your password right away to something you have not used recently:
Go to the Information Services homepage at http://www.uregina.ca/is and click "Change Password" in the Quicklinks on the right side
Resources
See the Phishing Resources page.
Please contact the IT Support Centre if you require assistance:
Phone 306-585-4685
Email IT.Support@uregina.ca
Webform http://www.uregina.ca/is/forms/ticket.html