ULM IT Cyber Security | ULM University of Louisiana at Monroe

phishing warning, but you are safe

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

Take this opportunity to learn how to protect yourself. There were clues in the email.

graphic of phishing email

1. Sender display name and email address: Sender's display name is that of a legitimate ULM employee; however, sender's email address is a non-ULM email address.

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

3. Spelling and grammar irregularities: The word "University" is misspelled.

4. Spelling and grammar irregularities: There should not be a comma between the first and last names of the contact name given in the email.

5. Spelling and grammar irregularities: The word "Regards" is misspelled. Also, it should be followed by a comma, not a period.

6. Spelling and grammar irregularities: There should not be a comma between the first and last names in the signature line.

7. Inconsistency: University name is incorrect - should be "University of Louisiana at Monroe".

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

Take this opportunity to learn how to protect yourself. There were clues in the email.

- ULM OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY