IT Security
We've compiled a list of common types of security threats you may receive by email. Watch out for these types of emails.
Keep your information safe by following these tips.
| Title | Information | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Phishing scams sent from University accounts |
We are seeing an aggressive campaign of phishing scams being sent to University email addresses over the past few... |
Phishing |
| Drive By Downloads |
Drive By DownloadsThe concept of a drive by download is not a new thing in the Information Security field... |
Malware |
| Java defect |
Recently, it has been discovered that there is a new error in the Java software. Java is used in a wide array of... |
Malware |
| Canada Post Scam - Do not click on links |
The following email has been circulating around the local area. It contains fake links to sites that will... |
Malware |
| Phishing attack - Message appears to come from Uleth.ca |
On Nov 19, 2012 the University was attacked by multiple sources with a convincing phishing email. There were... |
Phishing |
| Malicious email contains malware - Air Canada scam |
On Nov 14, 2012 approximately 40 emails that contained links to malware were received by the University. These... |
Malware |
| Java Exploit Alert |
Notice Date: Aug 31, 2012 |
Malware |
| Emergency Notification Email Update Alert |
Dear:WebMail Subscriber, We hereby announce to you that your email account has exceeded its storage |
Phishing |
| BMO Financial Group |
Account Status Verification Alert Dear Valued Customer, A recent security update as being issued from... |
Phishing |
| TD Canada Trust |
Dear Customer, We recently reviewed your account, and suspect that your TD Canada Trust Online Banking... |
Phishing |
