Information Security is everyone’s responsibility. The RWU Information Technology Department wants to make sure our community has the tools, information, and resources we need in order to combat the growing cybersecurity threats we face. At the RWU Information Security Hub website, you’ll find useful content on how to protect your personal information, assets, and University data as well as important information on the latest security issues.
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What is SPAM?
SPAM is electronic junk mail. The term refers to email that is unsolicited, sent in bulk form, and unwanted.
What is phishing?
Phishing scams involve defrauding email recipients by acting as legitimate companies or organizations to obtain sensitive information (such as passwords or financial information).
What do SPAM and phishing emails look like?
Here are some examples received by RWU community members:
What should I do if I receive a suspicious email?
Where can I get more information?
The National Cyber Security Alliance site has additional information regarding SPAM and Phishing, along with other cybersecurity topics.
Here are some basic tips for recognizing email scams: