The FBI warns that cybercriminals are targeting local universities and any university employee that has a university-issued email account. About the scams These legit-looking phishing scams attempt to get employees to share their NetID usernames and passwords through a request to update credentials. Once they have your credentials, thieves use them to log into Human Resources systems […]
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Phishing Alert-Threat of releasing a non-existent video if you don’t pay the scammers
Don’t fall for it! The Office of Information Security in the Office of Technology Services warns about a recent phishing scam targeting students, faculty and staff. About the scam This scam is sent from an email address ending in ‘bol.com.br’ and is written using poor grammar. It threatens that a virus has been installed on your computer, which will release […]
Important POSC scam alert
The Payroll Office received notice from the Comptroller of Maryland’s Central Payroll Bureau about a possible POSC SCAM ALERT. Please read and follow the instructions in this attachment if you receive a suspicious email. Questions should be directed to 410-704-5599 or finservehelp@towson.edu
Tax filing season is here, and so are the scams. Here’s how to protect yourself
Tax filing officially began this week, which can bring an increase in online and phone scams that attempt to steal tax refunds, bank account information or your identity. The Office of Information Security (OIS) in the Office of Technology Services (OTS) reminds Towson University employees to address all potential phishing emails or suspicious phone calls–especially tax-related […]
Phishing Alert-Subject: Student Health Care Center; Please Read!!
Don’t fall for it! The Office of Technology Services warns about a current phishing scam targeting students. This scam falsely claims to be from the Towson University Health Center and contains a malicious link. If you receive this email in your TU gmail account: do not click on the link or reply forward it to […]
What to do if you receive a suspicious email
In response to the increasing volume of phishing emails being received by faculty and staff members, OTS has created a new streamlined method for informing OTS about any phishing emails you receive on your TU email account. Starting today, if you receive a phishing email, simply forward it along to phishing@towson.edu. OTS staff will take […]
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