Security Alerts & Warnings

This page lists current warnings regarding suspicious email messages and other cybersecurity hazards at the University of Virginia.  For guidance on how to secure yourself against these hazards, be sure to visit our tip of the month.

Regarding Suspicious Email Alerts

Messages similar to the suspicious emails listed below may be related to phishing scams, schemes to commit identity theft, or other attempts to compromise users’ machines or personal information.

  • If you receive an email similar to any of the suspicious emails on this page, DO NOT respond—delete it immediately!
  • Do not click any links in the email, and do not “unsubscribe” or acknowledge the email in any way.
  • If you receive an email that appears “phishy” and are unsure if it’s legitimate, and it is not listed below, please report it to us by forwarding it to [email protected].

Security Alerts and Suspicious Items Currently Affecting UVA:

Posted:

From: Hernandez Sotelo Edgar Jonatan <EHSOTELO [at] uninet.com.mx>
Date: August 11, 2024 at 2:11:03 AM EDT
Subject: Job Opportunity Offer.
Reply-To: "drnicholashoffman69 [at] gmail.com" <drnicholashoffman69 [at] gmail.com>


I am sharing job opportunity information to individuals who might be interested in a paid UNICEF Part-Time job with a weekly paid job of $500.00 USD that is currently available. If interested, Kindly contact Dr Nicholas Hoffman via, drnicholashoffman69 [at] gmail.com<mailto:drnicholashoffman69 [at] gmail.com> with your alternate non-educational email address I.e., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail etc.) for details of employment.

Regards
Job Opportunity.

Posted:

From: James Kenney <Kenney [at] kenney-consulting.com>
Sent: Sunday, August 4, 2024 12:45 PM
To: info [at] unicef.com <info [at] unicef.com>
Subject: Job Opportunity


I am sharing Job Opportunity information to individuals who might be interested in a paid UNICEF Part-Time job with a weekly pay of $500 USD currently available.

If interested, Kindly contact Dr. Nicholas Hoffman directly via drnicholashoffman6 [at] gmail.com<mailto:[email protected]> for details of employment, with your alternate non-educational email address I.e., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail etc.) for details of employment .

N.B , this is strictly a work from home position.

Sign,
Career Opportunity

Posted:

From: Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc <student-haylor.com [at] shared1.ccsend.com<mailto:student-haylor.com [at] shared1.ccsend.com>>
Sent: Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:08 AM
To: User, Typical  (mst3k) <mst3k [at] virginia.edu<mailto:mst3k [at] virginia.edu>>
Subject: Reminder: University of Virginia Student Health Insurance Portal - Open

Action Needed


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Hello User ,

We hope you’re staying safe and healthy.

Posted:

From: Mabel Becker <mabel.b [at] universityretirementoptions.com>
Sent: Friday, July 26, 2024 9:14 AM
To: User, Typical (mst3k) <mst3k [at] virginia.edu>
Subject: Take control of your pension - Book Now


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Hello,

 

You’ve worked hard for your pension, and it’s important to ensure it works for you. We’re here to help you get the most from your pension benefits.

 

Our independent representatives are ready to guide you through:

 

 *   What you'll receive from your pension
 *   When you will be able to access your pension
 *   How to maximize your pension payout
 *   Which pension options guarantee income

Posted:

From: Joanne Stevens <joanne [at] retirementexperts.co>
Sent: Tuesday, July 23, 2024 9:11 AM
To: User, Typical S (mst3k) <mst3k [at]virginia.edu>
Subject: Invite: Pension Options Meeting

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As an employee of the University of Virginia, you are invited to a complimentary review of your pension with a state pension expert.

 

Here's what you can expect from your meeting:

 

 *   What you'll receive from your pension
 *   When you will be able to access your pension
 *   How to maximize your pension payout
 *   Which pension options guarantee income

Appointments are limited. Click below to schedule your meeting.

Posted:

From: Juras Adam <adam.juras01 [at] upol.cz>
Sent: Monday, July 22, 2024 9:18 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Job opportunity

I am sharing job opportunity information to students and staff who might be interested in a paid UNICEF Part-Time job with a weekly paid job of $500 USD that is currently available.  If interested, Kindly contact Dr Nicholas Hoffman via, [email protected]<mailto:hoffmandrnicholas120 [at] gmail.com>  with your alternate non-educational email address I.e., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail etc.) for details of employment.

N.B, this is strictly a work from home position.
Sign,
Academic Career Opportunity

Posted:

From: AbiScott Industry Ltd (Representacion Venado Tuerto) <venadotuerto [at] ospjn.gov.ar>
Date: Friday, July 19, 2024 at 5:18 AM
To:
Subject: JOB OFFER.


Hello.

This Is to bring to your notice that there Is an ongoing JOB OFFER applications at AbiScott Industries LTD, Worldwide, a company with a difference. If you’re Interested In working with AbiScott Industries, kindly contact us via e-mail for more information.
Your full Names:Country:Age.

Thanks,
AbiScott Industries LTD.
Email: abi-scott [at] consultant.com

Posted:

From: Matt McCauley <mattm [at] cavesnd.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:02 AM
Subject: Remote Job Opportunity Available.

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                                  RED CROSS & UNICEF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.


New Remote Job Opportunity for college students. Kindly submit your non-edu/ direct cell phone number for easy communication.


Contact person : Daniel Figueroa
davidmartins.uep [at] gmail.com<mailto:davidmartins.uep [at] gmail.com>

Best Regards,

Matt McCauley

Posted:

Federal Work-Study is a program that provides part- time jobs

for undergraduate and graduate students with  financial need. Are you 

considering applying for it? If so, here are the job details. 

it is also a great way to gain work experience and set the cost 

of tuition. It   is a great  opportunity for students to earn money

to help pay for  their educational expenses. Please copy and paste the

link into your browser

forms.gle/fWEjQC8XHjAifU759

to complete the application form  and await a response.

Posted:

From: Susan G. Harris <ramosjude949 [at] gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2024 12:15:37 PM