Phishing emails “Heriot-Watt University – Valuation Office Agency – Annual refund”
A high volume of phishing emails have been received by staff and students this afternoon. Some are requesting bank details for refunds similar to the example below.
Do NOT click on the link in the email
If you think you have received a phishing email
- DON’T click on any links
DON’T open any attachments - Forward the email to abuse@hw.ac.uk
- Delete it
Top tips to help you spot phishing emails
- Be suspicious of any urgent requests for personal or financial information
- Be aware: Phishing scams are common at main instalment payment dates
- Check that you’re using a secure website when submitting credit card or other sensitive information;
- Prevention: Your email details may have been taken from a social networking site so avoid disclosing your email address or make sure you hide it on your page
- Look for tell-tale signs of phishing: Check the quality of the communication. Misspelling, poor punctuation and bad grammar are often good indicators
Select the Helpdesk tile on the staff portal
