Two recently published articles offer relevant and useful information for staying cybersecure online.
Scams
New COVID-19 phishing email impersonates campus leadership
A new COVID-19 related phishing campaign on has appeared campus, where the attacker impersonates UW–Madison leadership. Learn how to protect yourself.
Watch for a human resources phishing attempt
A new phishing campaign impersonates your HR department. Learn how to identify it and what to do.
Beware of scammers using social media quizzes, photos to steal personal information
Participating in such fun could bring risks even bigger than ’80s senior picture hair.
Coronavirus relief check scams
If you are contacted by someone claiming to be from the Treasury Department offering money in exchange for personal financial information or a charge of any kind please do not respond. These are scams.
Sexual harassment training phishing scam
If you receive an email with the subject “Discrimination/Sexual Harassment Prevention Training” it’s probably a scam.
Watch for a Webex phishing attempt
Learn how to identify the Webex phishing attempt and what actions you should take if you receive it.
Scammers use COVID-19 to profit off of fear
Criminals are using our COVID-19 fears to attempt scams via email, US mail, text, and phone. Learn how to protect yourself!
Beware of COVID-19 phishing attempts and websites
It didn’t take long for cybercriminals to take advantage of the panic. Here are some tips to help avoid getting duped.