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Notices & Announcements
[Phish Alert] Amazon Item Recall
This phishing text message is designed to look legitimate by using safety-related language like “recall” and “safety standards,” a professional tone, and the promise of a full refund to encourage urgency and quick action.
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Can You Hear Me Now? Don’t Fall for the Vishing Scam
Vishing is a type of phishing that happens over phone or VoIP calls, where attackers pretend to be trusted organizations to trick you into sharing sensitive information.
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Notices & Announcements
[Phish Alert] JOB OFFER FOR STUDENT AND STAFF
This phishing email uses a trusted-looking university address, appealing job offers, and urgent language to encourage quick action.
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Notices & Announcements
[Phish Alert] Staff Appreciation and Service Awards – Eligibility Confirmation
This phishing email appears legitimate because it is signed by university leadership, references a familiar staff event, and uses formal, professional language consistent with official communications.
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Cybersecurity Feast: Serving Up Safe Tech Habits This Thanksgiving
This article uses a Thanksgiving theme to highlight key cybersecurity practices and reminds users to stay vigilant during the holiday season.
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Critical Security Alert: Required Update for All Chrome-Based Web Browsers
This message alerts users to a critical Google Chrome security vulnerability that is actively being exploited and urges immediate browser updates.
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[Phish Alert] You’ve received a Document for Signature
This article explains phishing simulations as a safe way to help users practice identifying real cyberattacks, using a fake DocuSign email as an example.
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macOS Tahoe Release for Mac Operating Systems
Montclair State University’s Division of Information Technology announced that macOS 26 (Tahoe) is available for upgrade on all eligible university-owned Apple computers.
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Attack of the Clones: When AI Imitates to Manipulate
This article explains how artificial intelligence can be misused to create convincing phishing scams, fake images or videos, and other cyber threats that target students, faculty, and staff. It highlights the real-world risks of AI-powered attacks while providing practical tips on how to stay safe, verify suspicious activity, and use AI tools responsibly.
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Stay Sharp with Document Signing Requests
Digital document signing platforms like Docusign, Adobe Sign, and Dropbox Sign make it easy to approve campus forms, contracts, and agreements securely. Unfortunately, cybercriminals have learned to mimic these legitimate services to trick users into revealing personal information, university credentials, or payment data.
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