Phishing is a technique used by criminals that send fake emails claiming to represent legitimate businesses (i.e. eBay).
Protect Yourself!: Be wary of emails demanding that you log in or update your account profile, and always confirm that you are at a legitimate site before logging in or submitting personal information. For more information, read this security alert or go to the University Information Services resource on phishing.
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