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SCAM OF THE WEEK: COVID-19 Is the Never-ending Phish Bait

31 Aug 2021
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David McDowell

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SCAM OF THE WEEK:

COVID-19 Is the Never-ending Phish Bait

Cybercriminals have used COVID-19 as phish bait since the start of the pandemic, and they’re not stopping any time soon. In a recent attack, scammers spoof your organization’s HR department and send a link to a “mandatory” vaccination status form. The phishing email claims that your local government requires all employees to complete the form. Failing to complete the form “could carry significant fines”. 

If you click the link in the email, you are directed to a realistic but fake login page for the Microsoft Outlook Web App. If you try to log in, you are asked to “verify” your name, birth date, and mailing address by typing this information into the fields provided. Once submitted, your information is sent directly to the cybercriminals, and you are redirected to a real vaccination form from your local government. The good news is that this form isn’t actually mandatory. The bad news is that giving cybercriminals your personal information may lead to consequences much worse than a fine.

Remember these tips to avoid similar phishing attacks:

  • Watch out for a sense of urgency, especially when there is a threat of a fine or a penalty. These scams rely on impulsive actions, so always think before you click.
  • Never click on a link or download an attachment in an email that you were not expecting.
  • If you receive an unexpected email from someone within your organization, stay cautious. Contact the person by phone or on a messaging app to confirm that they actually sent the email. 
Stop, Look, and Think. Don’t be fooled.
Executive IT Help Security Team
Office: 832-295-1411

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