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Tech Tip: IT Security

From the IT Group:

In the spirit of Security Awareness Month, the IT Group would like to ask you….

Can you tell the difference between a phishing email and a legitimate one?

There are times when this can be confusing, but here are some telltale signs of spear phishing you can look for:

  • It comes from an unknown sender (i.e. how.gullible.ur@naive.com)
  • It solicits sensitive information (password, SSN or bank account information)
  • It prompts you to open an attachment or click on a link.
  • It appeals to urgency, fear or desire (do this immediately or your account will be closed)
  • It contains spelling or grammatical erors

Would you like some practice and test your phishing IQ? Our friends at SonicWALL have created a phishing test to see how well you do!

But, if you have any questions or concerns about a suspicious email you receive, before you click on anything, call the ITG HelpDesk at 358-2532, email helpdesk@keene.edu or stop by our office on the 2nd floor of Elliot Hall and we will be glad to assist you.

Contact Marketing & Communications

Sarah Kossayda
Director of Marketing
☎ 603-358-2119
Sarah.Kossayda@keene.edu