This was a test, but it could have been an actual PHISHING message.

In this instance, when you entered your ULM credentials into the hacker's login screen, the hacker would then be able to access your ULM account.  Take this opportunity to learn how to protect yourself. There were clues in the email.

 

 

1. Sender display name and email address: Sender's display name and email address sound as if they could be correct, but neither corresponds to a legitimate ULM department or email address.

 

2. Logo imitation or dated branding: ULM banner indicating email is from an external sender is present.

 

3. Spoof or imitation of logos: There is no Facebook logo, just the word "Facebook".

 

4. Spelling and grammar irregularities: The word "your" is misspelled.

 

5. Inconsistent content within the email: Facebook is referenced in the body of the email, but the copyright in the footer is for Microsoft.

 

- ULM OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY