Phishing Examples 2020

From: xxxxxx, xxxxx x < >
Date: Mon, Dec 14, 2020 at 10:03 AM
Subject: finals
To:

Position:

The university department of human resources seeks to hire a part-time online personal assistant which responsibilities for mailing letters, replying to emails, and making payments for Dr. Diana Lopez. You do not require any experience to perform these essential functions responsibilities as a personal assistant.

Weekly Payment: $500

Duties are telecommute

Review of applications begins upon submission.: Interested applicants should submit Full Name Physical address Alternate email & Mobile Number to

Regards,

Colton Copelin

How we know it's phishing.

The email contains an attached document, be cautious when clicking on any document sent in an email.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
This email contains grammatical errors.

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From: xxxxx, xxxxxx x <xxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Mon, Nov 30, 2020 at 12:25 PM
Subject: INVITATION FOR INTERNSHIP
To:

Respected Student,

It is to inform you that on the basics of your education and other skills, the school has decided to give you an appointment. I am pleased to inform you about your selection for the post of the intern to work as an assistant with Professor Isabel Cheng doing telework for $500/wk. All the terms and conditions with other benefits will be given to you upon application and employment agreement. Send your Full Name| Physical Address, Best Contact Number & Email to to apply.

Sincerely yours,

xxxxx x. xxxxxx Ph.D.

Professor

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How we know it's phishing.

The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
CSUN will never ask for another email besides your CSUN email.

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From: xxxxx, xxxxx<xxxx.xxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Mon, Nov 23, 2020 at 1:18 PM
Subject: Public Employment Relations
To:

Dear CSUN Colleague,

The attached notice is being sent to you as required by the California Public Employment Relations Board .

Kind regards,

xxxx xxxx

Realtime Captioner

This email may contain confidential and privileged material for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). Any review, use distribution, or disclosure by others is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient (or authorized to receive for the intended recipient), please delete all copies of this message.

Campus update-

Student Unemployment Benefit Plan Issued: November 23, 2020

Dr. Rebecca Bernat is in search of a student intern to work as an assistant, completing several tele-work tasks at $400/week. If interested please send your Full Name, Major, Best Contact Number, & Alternate Email (Different from school email) to for more details on how to apply.

Please be aware that Junior and Senior students will be considered with priority at this time.

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How we know it's phishing.

Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
CSUN will NEVER ask for your password or your personal information such as SSN and bank accounts. Beware of phishing scams that look like employment or internships offers.
The email contains an attached document, be cautious when clicking on any document sent in an email.

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From: xxxxx, xxxxx<xxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Mon, Nov 9, 2020 at 11:14 AM
Subject: CSUN Campus weekly update
To:

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How we know it's phishing.

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious
CSUN will NEVER ask for your password or your personal information such as SSN and bank accounts. Beware of phishing scams that look like employment or internships offers.
Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent

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From: xxxxxxx, xxx< >
Date: Mon, Nov 2, 2020, 2:57 PM
Subject: Initiator: Approve Request
To:

This is a System-generated message: Please do not reply to this message

An Additional Pay request has been submitted by Initiator in the State Pre-Authorization stage and it now requires your approval.
The request is for the term Summer Term 2020 during the period of 06/23/2020 to 07/07/2020.

Click on the link below to review this request: (Link has been disabled)

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How we know it's phishing.

The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.

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How we know it's phishing.

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
The email signature is at the top of the picture rather than the bottom.
This email contains grammatical errors.
Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.

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From: xxxxx xxxxxx <xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx @gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, October 19, 2020 6:05 AM
To: xxxxx , xxxxx xxxx x <xxxxxx.xxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Subject:

Hello xxxxx,

Good morning. Firstly I would like to express my thanks and appreciation to you for the positive impact from your contribution to California State University, Northridge.

I am writing on behalf of the Indiana university,

as you may know, our organization, the Lutheran Services in America (Charity), participates in a local and regional charity events. Some of our activities include helping children’s causes, assisting the elderly and providing aid during weather emergencies. At this time of the year. We are having a seminar in few minutes and a list of what I will be donating on behalf of California State university, Northridge, is already listed.

I will be presenting some items to the board of this seminar and i want you to assist me to get this items from the nearest store, on behalf of California State University university, Northridge.

Please do let me know when you are available, and Kindly drop me your cellphone number to send you text message directly.

Again thank you for your time and commitment to this wonderful institution.

Thank you,

xxxxxxx xxxxx

President,

California State University, Northridge

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How we know it's phishing.

The email contains grammatical errors.
Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
Be cautious when providing personal information through an email.

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From: "xxxxxxx , xxxxxxxx " < >
Date: October 18, 2020 at 4:56:42 PM PDT
Subject: Approved application

I am Dr. xxxxx xxxxxx , MD. I work as an associate director of clinical affairs for the Cancer Center and I'm responsible for clinical strategic and operational management. I’m the chief of the division of surgical oncology and the division of Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery. I’m also in charge of strategic and operational management of the Cancer Center of Excellence, as director of the COE.

Due to the high rate of corona virus spreading around the world...The United States health department and the Center for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) Selected some of us to protect our country from the borders and take affected victims into quarantine.

I am currently extremely busy and won't be able to attend to some of my chores due to because I'm attending to a lot of COVID-19 Victims and will need a personal assistant to work for me while I am busy and away. I will pay you $500/weekly.

You were randomly selected by the chamber of commerce along with other students to work with several doctors across the United States.

You will only run errands like bill payments, making purchases online for various orphanage homes which will mostly be electronic, replying emails on my behalf.... In America, we will not allow this Virus at all because symptoms are typically mild to moderate.

To work with me, you must have access to the internet, and mobile to reply to a text. On instructions, my accountant will make payments out to you whenever I want it done along with instructions on what to do for me.

To apply, send your full name, age, alternate email (different from educational email) and cell phone to

xx.xxxxxxx @gmail.com

Thanks, Stay Safe

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How we know it's phishing.

Oddly phrased subject line.
The email contains an attached document, be cautious when clicking on any document sent in an email.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.

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From: xxxxxxxxxxx, xxxxxxx x <xxxxxx.xxxxxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 11:16 AM
Subject: Campus Notice

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How we know it's phishing.

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
The email signature is at the top of the picture rather than the bottom.
This email contains grammatical errors.
Be cautious when providing personal information to unknown numbers.

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From: xxxx, xxxx x <xxxx.xxx @csun.edu>
Date: Sat, Oct 10, 2020, 1:38 PM
Subject: Accepted!!
To:

Hello,

We have been notified that you have received an offer of employment. (or) You have successfully cleared your background check! See attached for more details on how to proceed.

xxxxx xxx-xxx, Ph.D.

Professor of Asian American Studies

Cal State University, Northridge

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How we know it's phishing.

Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
The email contains an attached document, be cautious when clicking on any document sent in an email.

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From: xxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx<xxxxxxxxxxx @gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2020 2:01 PM
Subject: cdd

xxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxx

sent you two letters and you didn’t reply, I even sent another
a few days ago with more details there is still no answer, please, you
still using this email address? I'm sorry if you are sincere
I do not receive these emails, I will send them now as soon as you confirm
you never got them.

With respect,

xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
The email contains grammatical errors.
Oddly phrased subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.

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From: hr-xxxxx @csun.edu <hr-xxxxx@ csun.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2020 1:36 PM
To: xxxxx, xxxxxxx x <xxxxx.xxxxxx @csun.edu>
Subject: Information From HR

Dear ,

A private document has been sent to you by the Human Resources Department.

Click https://xxxxx.xxxx.xxx/xx/xxxxxx to Login to view the document. Thank you!

California State University HR.
© California State University, Northridge
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CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This email and any attachments may contain confidential information that is protected by law and is for the sole use of the individuals or entities to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, please destroying all copies of the communication and attachments. Further use, disclosure, copying, distribution of, or reliance upon the contents of this email and attachments is strictly prohibited.

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How we know it's phishing.

The email contains grammatical errors.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.

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Sent: Friday, September 18, 2020 6:33 AM
To: xxxxxx, xxxxx x < >
Subject: Important Info HR Department

Dear recipient,

A private document has been sent to you by the Human Resources Department.

Click https://auth.xxxx.edu/xxx/xxxx to Login to view the document. Thank you!

California State University HR.
© California State University, Northridge
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CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This email and any attachments may contain confidential information that is protected by law and is for the sole use of the individuals or entities to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, please destroying all copies of the communication and attachments. Further use, disclosure, copying, distribution of, or reliance upon the contents of this email and attachments is strictly prohibited.

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How we know it's phishing.

The email contains grammatical errors.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.

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From: x. x. xxxxxx<xxxxxxx >
Sent: Tuesday, September 8, 2020 9:53 AM
To: xxxxxxx, xxxxxx x <xxxxxx.xxxxxx @csun.edu>
Subject:

Available, cellphone number?

D. E. Wynter
Department Chair & Professor, Media Theory

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How we know it's phishing.

The email contains no subject line. A formal CSUN email will contain a subject line related to the email being sent.
The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.

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From: xxxxxxx, xxxxxx<xxxxx. >
Date: Tue, Sep 8, 2020 at 1:18 PM
Subject: CSUN Update-Student Improvements
To:

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How we know it's phishing.

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Oddly phrased subject line.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.

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From: xxxxxxxx, xxxxxx<xxxxx.xxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2020 6:03 PM
To: xxxxxxx, xxxxxxxx xxxxxx
Subject: Fall 2020 Salary Schedule Request Confirmation

Good afternoon

The Fall 2020 Salary Schedule request dashboard has been updated. Please confirm your submitted application https://auth.xxxxx.edu/cas/xxxxxxxmethod=xxxxxxxx&xxxxxx=xxx (Link has been disabled)

Regards,

xxxxxx xxxxxxx

Program Coordinator, Graduate & Professional Education Programs and Services

CSUN | Tseng College: California State University, Northridge

18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8352

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How we know it's phishing.

The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
This email had many recipients. Be aware of any email sent to mass amounts of recipients.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The email contains grammatical errors.

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From: xxxxxx-xxxxx-x @csun.edu <xxxxxx-xxxxx-x @csun.edu> on behalf of IT Help Center <xxxxxx.xxxxxx @csun.edu>
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2020 11:45 AM
To: xxxxxx-x @lists.csun.edu < >
Subject: Recover bounced emails

Delivery of 2 new emails to your xxxxxx @csun.edu inbox as of 21/08/2020 11:26am was bounced back.

Recover_bounced_emails (Link is disabled)

Information Technology
©California State University, Northridge

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How we know it's phishing.

The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The date stated in the email is incorrect.
The sender used the IT Help Center to make seem as if the IT department sent the email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.

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From: "xxxxxxx, xxxxxxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: August 17, 2020 at 7:54:26 PM CDT
Subject: CSUN Fall Work Availability

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How we know it's phishing.

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
The email listed as a contact is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The body of the email does not give any details about the issue mentioned in the subject line.
The email contains grammatical errors.

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From: xxxxxxxxx, xxxxxxxx x <xxxxxxx.xxxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Tue, Aug 11, 2020 at 4:49 PM
Subject: COVID-19 Student Unemployment Claims
To:

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed many aspects of our lives and increased our dependency on technology to communicate, collaborate, work and learn.

Are you able to telecommute for $500 weekly? Duties are flexible and tasks can be completed at your own convenience.

To Apply; Send your full name and cell phone to Dr. xxxxxx for more details

xx.xxxxxxxx @aol.com

Regards,

xxxxxxx xxxxxxxx, Ph.D., PE, F.ASCE

College of Engineering and Computer Science

Northridge, CA 91330-8295

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How we know it's phishing.

The email listed as a contact is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
Oddly phrased subject line.

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From: xxxxxxxx xxxxx<xx.xxxxxxxxx @gmail.com>
Date: August 3, 2020 at 7:28:15 PM PDT
To: xxxxxxx @gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Mysite] Job Application - new submission

Dear xxxx,

I got your application approved for you to work for me. I hope you will be able to carry out all tasks needed by you. I have few tasks I would like you to complete for me today. Remember your first impression really matters as this is a new employment.

I hope you are not far from Stationery store's,Office Depot or Staples or OfficeMax

Your first assignment funds will be sent through your Email(Electronic Bank Check).E-Check is simply a check delivery service that endorses and guarantees check delivery through Email instead of waiting for a check in the Mail. No stamps, No envelopes, No going to the mailbox - Just log in to your e-mail and click a link to download and print the check.

Once the check has been printed it can be deposited immediately. All You will only need to purchase a Business Check Paper for printing of the check, it's sold for ($23) at any Stationery store's,Office Depot or Staples or OfficeMax OR You can also order online on amazon for ($19) . I will re-reimburse you for the cost of purchase. Get the Business Check Paper today then email me.

Please Note that you need a Printer OK?.

In order for you to receive your fee, take the payment to your bank and have it DEPOSITED in your bank account for funds to be available . You can also make an ATM deposit or mobile check deposit if it happens your bank is a little but far or the bank closes so that the funds can be available the next day to complete the assignment on time.

Once funds are Deposited I will send you the Instructions on what you are purchasing at Walmart and bill payments to be completed.

Please reply to email or text to confirm the paper purchase for proceedings..

Best Regards,
Dr. xxxxxxx xxxxxx ,MD

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How we know it's phishing.

Oddly phrased subject line.
The email contains grammatical errors.
Notice how vague and unprofessional the ‘subject’ line is. Authentic communications would be more specific as to why they are contacting you.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
There is no mention if this person is from CSUN.

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From: "xxxxxxxx, xxx" <xxx.xxxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: August 3, 2020 at 4:34:59 PM PDT
Subject: CSUN Message Regarding Employment

Hello Colleagues,

Are you interested in the on-going unemployment benefits for all undergraduates?

work with Dr. Isabelle, MD. an alumni of the CSUN And earn $500 weekly.

Duties are telecommute and tasks can be completed at your own convenient time.

Send "Yes I am interested" and your cell phone to the email below for further proceedings and how to apply.

xx.xxxxxxxxx @gmail.com

Regards,

xxxxxxx xxx.

Student Activist

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How we know it's phishing.

Notice how vague and unprofessional the ‘subject’ line is. Authentic communications would be more specific as to why they are contacting you.
The email listed as a contact is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.

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From: xxxx, xxxxxx <xxx.xxxxx @csun.edu>
Sent: Monday, August 3, 2020, 6:07 AM
Subject: Hello

Hello I hope you are safe.

I know this is hard to believe especially if you previously lost some cash to scam just like me.
I have been looking for possible means of having a passive income until a friend of mine (Mr. xxxxx) introduced me to Tradewix.

I was so reluctant to try them out considering the fact that most online trading platform are scam but i finally tried with $50 (not so much to loose to me) and i was surprised after my first payout.

It never still looked real to me until my 3rd payout and i promise my self that i would reach out to few persons as my own little way of sharing love.

Check them out on https://xxxxxx.com

All thanks to xxxx

Peace

xxxx xxxx, Ph.D.

Professor, Department of Special Education

Director, CSUN Explorers
SIM Professional Developer

CSU Northridge
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge, CA 91330-8265

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Please note that the previous example is the same email but with different a different subject line.

How we know it's phishing.

The subject line is very vague.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.

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From: "xxxxx, xxxx x" <xxxx.xxx @csun.edu>
Date: August 3, 2020 at 6:19:59 AM PDT
Subject: I found a working method.

Hello I hope you are safe.

I know this is hard to believe especially if you previously lost some cash to scam just like me.
I have been looking for possible means of having a passive income until a friend of mine (Mr. xxxxxx) introduced me to Tradewix.

I was so reluctant to try them out considering the fact that most online trading platform are scam but i finally tried with $50 (not so much to loose for me) and i was surprised after my first payout.

It never still looked real to me until my 3rd payout and i promise my self that i would reach out to few persons as my own little way of sharing love.

Check them out on https://xxxx.com

All thanks to xxxx

Peace

xxxx x. xxxx, MS, MT-BC
Adjunct Professor
Music Therapy Department
California State University, Northridge

Betty Isern Howrey Award WRATMA, 2006
AMTA National Professional Practice Award, 2008

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Please note that the example above is the same email with a different subject line.

How we know it's phishing.

The subject line is very vague.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.

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From: xxxxxxx, xxxxxxx<xxxxxx.xxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Sent: Friday, July 24, 2020 4:46:42 PM
Subject: Student Unemployment Benefits

Good Afternoon Colleagues –

This message was sent on behalf of Dr. Anabel Caballero, MD. An Alumni of CSUN who is presently saving lives during this pandemic and too busy to handle her personal needs.

She is looking for a competent student like yourself to help her run errands at your own convenience and get paid $500 weekly.

Duties are telecommute and no in-store activities involved.

To apply send "I am interested" and your cell phone to her email below for further communication.

xx.xxxxxxxxxxx @gmail.com

Regards,

xxxxxx xxxxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

The email listed at the end is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The email does not contain an official CSUN email signature.
The body of the email does not give any details about the issue mentioned in the subject line.
The email contains grammatical errors.

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From: xx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxxxxxx @csun.edu <xxxxxxx.xxxxx @uni-xxxx.de>
Sent: Tuesday, July 21, 2020 09:39
To:xxxxx, xxxxxxx<xxxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Subject: Email Confirmation

Delivery of 2 new emails to your xxxxxx.xxxxx @csun.edu inbox as of 21/07/2020 09:56am got bounced back.

Recover_bounced_emails

Information Technology
©California State University, Northridge

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How we know it's phishing.

The sender used the IT Help Center email to make seem as if the IT department sent it. The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The CSUN logo does meet the requirements for a CSUN Signature.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The date stated in the email is incorrect.

From: xxxxxxxxxx, xxxxxx
Sent: Monday, June 22, 2020 7:53 PM
Subject: Salary Schedule request for JUNE

Hello,

Please see this salary schedule for June from the Payroll department within our Human Resources Office at CSUN.

https://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/2020-2021-AY-xxxxxxxx-TA-Pay-xxxxxxxxx.pdf (Link is disabled)

Sincerely,

Dr. xxxxxx xxxxxx

Interim Academic Personnel Analyst

CSUN.EDU | Office of Faculty Affairs

www.csun.edu/faculty-affairs (Link is disabled)

Statement of Confidentiality:

The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender of this message immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. This email is not to be forwarded without the approval of the original sender. Thank you.

How we know it's phishing.

The name in the signature does not match with the name used to send the email.
The links attached do not send you to the link described in the email. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link, the real website should reveal itself.
The CSUN logo does meet the requirements for a CSUN Signature.

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From: xxxxx, xxxxxx <xxxxxx@ xxxx.edu>
Date: 6/18/2020 7:40:09 AM
Subject: Your Application Has Been Submitted
To: xxxxxxx@ csun.edu

Your recently submitted application for the COVID-19 Relief funds for all CSUN staff has been reviewed.

Following the updates requirements for the application, you are required to submit the following documents within 24hrs or your application will be terminated.

visit csun.edu/xxxx-xx-xxxxxxx

Regards,

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How we know it's phishing.

The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
The email contains grammatical errors.

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From: xxxx, xxxxx <xxxxx.xxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Fri, May 22, 2020 at 4:47 PM
Subject: Thank You For All You Do
To:

Dear Student,

Thank you for all that each of you have been doing to ensure we continue in the path of Student Success during this COVID-19 crisis. We have been working jointly with the California Faculty Association to add additional flexibility to student lives.

There is an on-going work from home program for all undergraduate and current graduate students. You will be working with Dr. xxxxxxx xxxxxx Psy.D., LP/. she is presently among the doctors saving lives Italy.

Are you able to reply emails, make bill payments on his behalf, for $500 weekly? plus other free medical benefits.

Duties are telecommute.

If you are interested kindly send "I am interested" to the number below for more details.

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

xxxxx xxxxx, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor

Health Administration

Department of Health Sciences

California State University at Northridge

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How we know it's phishing.

The subject line is very vague.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The phone number sent in this email does not belong to a CSUN department.
The signature at the end of the email is oddly phrased.
The subject line does not mention the main topic in the email.

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From: xxxxxxxx, xxxxxx x <xxxx.xxxxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Wed, May 13, 2020 at 9:53 AM
Subject: Office of student success
To:

California State University, Northridge’s foundation for success includes its commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for men, women, persons of color, veterans, individuals with disabilities

There is an on-going telecommute program for all students, read more about it on the portal page (Link is disabled) and apply if you're interested.

Regards,

xxxxxxx x. xxxxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The name in the body of the email does not match with the name of the sender's email address.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The subject line of the email is very vague.

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From: "xxxxx, xxxxxxxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: May 12, 2020 at 12:27:38 PM PDT
Subject: financial aid

You may be eligible to apply for the Derrick F. Satchell Leadership Award due to the number of CSUN units you have completed and your 3.0+ GPA.

The Derrick F. Satchell Leadership Award recognizes a California State University, Northridge 2019- 2020 academic year freshmen student for his or her academic achievement and leadership, as demonstrated by involvement in student government, a club or another campus organization.

We highly encourage you to apply!

You can access the application through the portal at: https://csun.xxxxxxxxxx.com/xxxxxxxxxx/xxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

The subject line of the email is very vague.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The subject line does not match the information given in the email.
There is no record for the Derrick F. Satchell Leadership Award.

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From: xxxx, xxxxxx xxxxxx <xxxx.xxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Sat, May 9, 2020 at 6:42 AM
Subject: Spring 2020 Update
To:

Hello Colleague,

I hope your weekend is going well, I received an email about an on-going work from home recruitment for students and I thought you might be interested. Read below carefully

Are you able to work two hours a day, three times a week for $450?

Duties are Telecommute.

If you are interested please send "Yes I am interested" with your first name to the number below for further proceedings.

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

Regards,

Student Recruitment Management

CSUN 2020

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How we know it's phishing.

The subject line of the email is very vague.
The email contains grammatical errors.
The phone number sent in this email does not belong to a CSUN department.
This department listed is oddly phrased.
The body of the email is very vague and does not give any details about the issue mentioned in the subject line.

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From: xxxxxxxx, xxxxxx xxxxx<xxxxxx. xxxxx @csun.edu>
Date: Thu, Apr 30, 2020 at 11:40 AM
Subject: COVID-19 Student Stay At Home Employment
To:

Hello Colleague,

Dr. xxxxxxx xxxxxxxx is looking for competent students like yourself to work with her while she attends to COVID-19 victims in Italy.

Are you able to work electronically for $400 weekly? If Yes, Please send your full name, alternate email and age to (xxx) xxx-xxxx for more details and how to participate.

Regards,

Prof xxxxxxx xxxx

Student Activist

CSUN 2020

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How we know it's phishing.

CSUN will never ask for another email besides your CSUN email.
The email contradicts itself. The sender claims to be a student but uses a professor's name as a signature.
The name in the body of the email does not match with the name of the sender's email address.
There are grammatical errors in the email.

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From: xxxxx xxxxx<xxxxx @iaofmaine.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2020 12:49 PM
Subject: Please DocuSign 2020.04.28 GG-CQ sale agt.pdf

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How we know it's phishing.

CSUN does not use DocuSign for any documents.
The email does not give information regarding what document they want you to review.
The email used to send this email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.
The subject line is very vague.

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From: xxxxxxxx xxxxx
Subject: FW: Assistant Needed Urgently!!!
Date: April 23, 2020 at 12:33:51 PM PDT
To: "xxxx @mail.cc" <xxxx @mail.cc>

Good day,

Are you seeking for a flexible part time job you can work from home and earn $500 weekly?

Warren Interiors Inc are offering Part Time/Full Time Job opportunity to Student | Staff | & Individual who are unemployed, If interested applicant should provide the following information Full Name | Phone Number | Age | Alternative E-mail to Mr. xxxxxx xxxxxxxx via e-Mail { xxxxxxxxx @xxxxx-interiors.com } for urgent details of employment.

Best Regards,

xxxxxxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

The email address used to send the email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The name in the email does not match with the name of the sender.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
The email address used to send the email does match with the email listed in the body paragraph.
CSUN will never ask for an email that is not your CSUN email.
The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link the real website should reveal itself.

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From: California State University Northridge <xxxxxxx @uoregon.edu>
Sent: Saturday, April 11, 2020 11:53 AM
To: xxxxxx, xxxxx <xxxxxx.xxxx @csun.edu>
Subject: Payroll Schedule

You have 1 new Schedule Message

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How we know it's phishing.

The link in the email leads to an unknown website. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link, the real website should reveal itself.
The email address used to send the email is not a CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
The subject line is vague.
The body of the email is very vague and does not give any details about the issue mentioned in the subject line.

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From: CSUN Nazarian MBA Program < >
Sent: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 4:44 PM
To: xxxxx, xxxxx <xxxx. xxxx @csun.edu>
Subject: Urgent - Requesting Letter of Reference

Dear xxxxx xxxx

This email is in regards to a letter of reference request for MBA applicant, Julia.

Julia has applied to Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) and has given your name as a reference. It would be of great assistance to us in considering the applicant if you would kindly complete this form.

Please follow this link(Link has been disabled), CSUN MBA reference form, to complete the reference form by the May 1 priority deadline.

Kindly note the MBA application will not be processed until all reference letter(s) are received.

We thank you in advance for your contribution and welcome you to contact us should you have any questions.

Thank you in advance,

MBA Office

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MBA and Graduate Programs

David Nazarian College of Business and Economics

California State University, Northridge

18111 Nordhoff Street | Northridge, CA 91330-8380

P (xxx) xxx-xxxx| F (xxx) xxx-xxxx

| http://www.csun.edu/xxx

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How we know it's phishing.

Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
The email does not specify who is asking for this recommendation.
The contact email listed is not a CSUN email. Be aware of any email that does not contain @csun.edu or my.csun.edu.
There are grammatical errors.

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From: xxxxxxx xxxxx <xxxxxxxxxx @alumni.com>
Date: Mon, Mar 30, 2020 at 2:59 PM
Subject: Re: Job Opportunity
To: xxxxxx, xxxxx <xxxxxxx. xxxxx. >, <xxxxxxxxx @gmail.com>

Hi xxxxxx,

I got your application email and approved you to work for me. I hope you will be able to carry out all tasks needed by you. I have few tasks I would like you to complete for me today. Remember your first impression really matter as this is a new employment..

You will make calls and reply emails on my behalf, After which you will purchase some Items at Walmart online and mail them to specific orphanage homes we supply kids materials every month.

Your first assignment funds will be sent through your Email(Electronic Bank Check).E-Check is simply a check delivery service that endorse and guarantee check delivery through E-mail instead of waiting for check in the Mail. No stamps, No envelopes, No going to the mail box - Just log in to your e-mail and click a link to download and print the check.

Once the check has been printed it can be deposited immediately. All You will only need to purchase a Business Check Paper for printing of the check, it's sold for ($23) at any Stationery store's,Office Depot or Staples or OfficeMax OR You can also order online on Amazon.com for ($19) . I will re-reimburse you for the cost of purchase.

Please Note that you need a Printer OK?.

In order for you to receive your fee, take the payment to your bank and have it DEPOSITED in your bank account for funds to be available.You can also make an ATM deposit or mobile check deposit if it happens your bank is a little but far or bank closes so that the funds can be available the next day to complete the assignment on time. Once funds are Deposited I will send you the Instructions on what you are purchasing at Walmart and bill payments to be completed.

Best Regards,
xxxxxx xxxxxx

From: xxxxxxxx, xxxxxxxxx x <xxxxxx >
Date: Mon, Mar 30, 2020 at 10:17 AM
Subject: COVID-19: Student daily update
To:

Dear Colleague,
As the response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rapidly unfold in our communities, we recognize the importance of up-to-date information and communication to help people cope with and attend to the changing conditions.

The University is sending this message on behalf of Tracie Graham, an alumni of csun. She is currently empowering students who can work from home since the campus is closed and earn $400 weekly.

Your job includes helping her reply emails, receiving and making calls on her behalf while she attends to victims of COVID-19 in London. You can read more about her on the CSUN portal https://www.csun.edu/xxxxx-xxxx-xxxx-communication/cinema-television-arts/xxxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx(Link is disabled)

If you're interested send your full name, age, alternate email and cell phone to xxxxxxxxxxx @alumni.com for further details and how to apply.

Regards,

Professor xxxxxx, xxxxxxxx

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How we know it's phishing.

The contact email listed is not a CSUN email.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.
Oddly phrased subject line.
The email address used to send the email does match with the email listed in the body paragraph.

From: CSUN <xxxxxxxxx @gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Mar 11, 2020 at 6:41 PM
Subject: YOUR CSUN STUDENT WK PROG!2020
To: <xxxxxxx. xxxxxxx. xxx @my.csun.edu>

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How we know it's phishing?

The email is a picture. CSUN will not email pictures that contain text.
Email address is not a valid CSUN email address. Be suspicious of any email address that does not use @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu
Be suspicious of emails with poor grammar.
Oddly phrased subject line.

Job Opportunity Phishing Email Conversation

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From: xxxx xxxx <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @alumni.com>
To: xxxxx xxxxxxx <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @gmail.com>
Date:Fri, Mar 20, 2020 at 10:50 AM
Subject: Re:Job opportunity

VersaCheck Security Business Check Refills: Form #1000 Business Voucher, Blue, Prestige - 250 Sheets .. use that search word.

Sent: Friday, March 20, 2020 at 9:28 AM
From: "xxxxx xxxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @gmail.com>
To: "xxxxx xxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @alumni.com>
Subject: Re: Job opportunity

Do I buy the customizable manual business checks with side stubs?

On Fri, Mar 20, 2020 at 9:18 AM xxxx xxxx <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @alumni.com> wrote:

Yes.

Sent: Friday, March 20, 2020 at 9:11 AM
From: "xxxxxx xxxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @gmail.com>
To: "xxxx xxxx" <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @alumni.com>
Subject: Re: Job opportunity

Good morning Ms. xxxx. It is great to hear that you have chosen me for the job. Thank you so much.

So I will need to buy the business check paper before I can do today's assignment?

Sincerely,

xxxxx xxxxx

On Fri, Mar 20, 2020 at 8:18 AM xxxx xxxx <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx @alumni.com> wrote:

You will make bill payments to orphanage homes, replying emails and receive calls on my behalf while I attend to COVID-19 Cases here in china. I hope you are not from Staples, Office depot or any stationary store.

Your first assignment funds will be sent through your Email(Electronic Bank Check).E-Check is simply a check delivery service that endorse and guarantee check delivery through E-mail instead of waiting for check in the Mail. No stamps, No envelopes, No going to the mail box - Just log in to your e-mail and click a link to download and print the check.

Once the check has been printed it can be deposited immediately.

All You will only need to purchase a Business Check Paper on Amazon.com for ($19) or at any Stationery stores, Office Depot or Staples. I will re-reimburse you for the cost of supplies. How soon can you get the business check paper?
Please Note that you need a Printer OK?

In order for you to receive your weekly pay($400), take the payment to your bank and have it deposited in your bank account for funds to be available . You can also make an ATM deposit or mobile check deposit if it happens your bank is a little but far or bank closes so that the funds can be available the next day to complete the assignments on time.

Once funds are Deposited I will send you further Instructions.

Regards,
xxxx xxxx

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How we know it's phishing?

There is no mention if this person is from CSUN.
There are errors in the emails sent.
Notice how vague and unprofessional the ‘subject’ line is. Authentic communications would be more specific as to why they are contacting you.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.

Coronavirus Internship Offer

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From: xxxx, xxxx x <xxxxxxxxx.xxxxx@csun>
Sent: Monday, March 9, 2020 6:39 PM
Subject: Internship Work Order RM-4154 is Completed . Slot: (PA

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Message from xx. xxxxx xxxxxxxx, MD

I am xx. xxxxx xxxxxxx a pediatric hematologist-oncologist in Los Angeles, California and I am affiliated with Children's Hospital Los Angeles. I received his medical degree from the University of Cape Town Faculty of Medicine and I have been in practice for more than 20 years.

Due to the high rate of Coronaviruses spreading around the world... The United States health department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) selected some of us to protect our country from the borders and also take affected victims' info quarantine. I am currently extremely busy and won't be able to attend some of my chores and will need a Personal assistant to work for me while I am busy and away. I will pay you $500/week. You were randomly selected by the chamber of commerce along with other students to work with several doctors around the united states. You will only run errands like bill payments and sending emails with purchases which will mostly be electronic...In America, We will not allow this Virus at all because symptoms are typically mild to moderate.

To work with me, You must have access to the internet, and mobile to reply to a text. I will pay you $500/week .. On instruction, my accountant will make payments out to you whenever I want it done along with instructions on what to do for me. to apply, Please send your Full name | Address| Age| Mobile# and email to and I shall text you for updates...

Prevention, Treatment of Novel Coronavirus

There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, the CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.Avoid close contact with people who are sick.Stay home when you are sick.Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Hope to hear from you soon.
xx. xxxxxx xxxxxxxx, MD

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How we know it's phishing? The email contains grammatical errors.

The email contains grammatical errors.
The email listed does not contain a verified CSUN email. Emails that do not end with @csun.edu or @my.csun.edu should be considered suspicious.
Notice how vague and unprofessional the ‘subject’ line is. Authentic communications would be more specific as to why they are contacting you.
CSUN will never ask for an email that is not your CSUN email.

California State Northridge Foundation Phishing Email

From: xxxxxxxxxx, xxxxxx <xxxxxxxxxxx.xxxxx@csun>
Sent: Monday, March 9, 2020 10:30 AM
Subject: Please read this important message

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Good Morning,

California State University, Northridge’s foundation for success includes its commitment to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for everybody, persons of color, veterans, individuals with disabilities.

Are you interested in working on-campus for $400 weekly? If yes send your alternate email(different from educational) and cell phone to xxxxxxx @xx.com

Regards,

xxxxx xxxxxxxxxx, Au.D., CCC-A

California State University, Northridge

Communication Disorders and Sciences

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How we know it's phishing?

The email contains grammatical errors.
CSUN will never ask for another email besides your CSUN email.
Oddly phrased department.
Notice how vague and unprofessional the ‘subject’ line is. Authentic communications would be more specific as to why they are contacting you.
Be suspicious of emails that try to scare you into doing something. Phishing emails always try to create a sense of urgency.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) Phishing Email

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From: xxxx, xxxx xxxxx x < >
Sent: Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:21 PM
Subject: Financial Aid - Information on Federal Work-Study

Dear Student,

You indicated on your 2019-2020 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) that you are interested in the Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program and have met CSUN eligibility requirements to receive a FWS award. This is an INVITATION to participate in the FWS Program at CSUN.

This is a Financial Aid employment program that provides on-campus and near off-campus employment opportunities for eligible students. Please keep in mind this invitation does not mean that you have a FWS award in your financial aid package, or that you are guaranteed a job.

If you are interested in receiving a FWS award:

View the mandatory FWS online information workshop at www.csun.edu/financialaid/fws-student-information-workshop (Link has been disabled)

Regards,
Psychologist and Director of Training,xxxxxxx
University Counseling Services
California State University, Northridge

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How we know it's phishing?

The name on the email does not match with the name at the end of the email.
Oddly phrased department.
The link provided does not send you to the link shown in the email. Hover your cursor over links to verify its destination. If it looks suspicious, do not click on it.

Payroll Phishing Email

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From: xxxx, xxxx x <xxxx.xxxx@csun>
Sent: Monday, January 13, 2020 8:01 AM
Subject: 2020-2021 Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity

Hello,

Please see this salary request for 2020 from the payroll department

https://www.csun.edu/sites/default/files/2020-AY-Facuty-TA-Pay-Distributiom.pdf (Link has been disabled)

Professor xxxx xxxx,
Academic Personnel Analyst
CSUN Faculty Affairs
www.csun.edu/faculty-affairs (Link has been disabled)
Statement of Confidentiality:
The information contained in this electronic message and any attachments to this message are intended for the exclusive use of the addressee(s) and may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender of this message immediately and destroy all copies of this message and any attachments. This email is not to be forwarded without the approval of the original sender. Thank you.

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How we know it's phishing?

The links attached do not send you to the link described in the email. A simple way to know where the link will take you is to hover over the link, the real website should reveal itself.
The subject line does not match with the details in the email.
The email does not address any specific receive.