Be aware of increase in phishing attempts
Over the past several weeks, there has been an increase in the number of reported phishing attempts. Please be mindful of suspicious emails, text messages or phone calls. Here are some recent examples that have been reported:
- Receiving shared documents from unknown or unusual senders
- Offers for low prices on personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, etc.)
- Information appearing to come from health authorities
- Messages claiming to alert an individual about the suspension of his or her social security number
- Offers for online job or internship interviews
Never click on any link or follow the instructions in a suspicious email, and be sure to report phishing incidents to the service desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu. You can also get more information about identifying phishing attempts here.