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Warning issued over phishing attempts 5:40 p.m., Sept. 28, 2005--Computer users on campus have been warned against a new phishing attempt that purports to be an official e-mail request. The e-mail, which appears to come from Admin@udel.edu and warns users of account interruption and asks for personal information, should be ignored and deleted immediately. “This is a virus. Do not open it. Delete the message,” IT-User Services warns on its web site [http://www.udel.edu/help]. “You will never be asked to confirm account information online to keep your account active by the University of Delaware or any other legitimate entity.” Phishing is a term used by hackers who imitate legitimate companies and organizations in e-mails to entice users to share passwords or credit card or bank account numbers. The Federal Trade Commission warns that victims of phishing can become victims of identity theft and offers tips on how to avoid it at [www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/alerts/phishingalrt.htm]. To learn how to subscribe to UDaily, click here. |
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