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1.1. Security Alerts and Warnings

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

 

Link to UVA Alerts

https://security.virginia.edu/security-alerts-and-warnings

 

 

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 abuse@uvawise.edu.

 

Security Alerts and Suspicious Items Currently Affecting UVA and Wise:

 

POSTED: Friday February 7, 2025

From:tiffany.cortez-machado

Subject: 2025-2026 Staff Assessment Report

Dear Team,

The staff assessment report for the 2025-2026 period is now available for your review. Please find your individual assessment attached. Thank you for your commitment and efforts as we strive for excellence in the coming year.

Best regards,  
HR Department


Tiffany Cortez-Machado, M.M.

 

POSTED: Wednesday February 5, 2025

From: morenoeladio87@gm****.com

Subject:

Dear [The University of Virginia’s College at Wise] Students, Staff, and Faculty,

A staff member, Mrs. Crystal H****y, is in the process of downsizing and looking to give away her late father's welding tools to a good home.

We are excited to announce a generous donation of professional-grade tools available for giveaway! The items include:

•  Miller Dynasty 300 TIG Welder with TIGRunner Package & Wireless Foot Control
•  Snap-On Mechanics Tool Set and Accessories

These tools are ideal for those in technical, mechanical, or engineering fields, or anyone with a passion for craftsmanship

 

POSTED: Tuesday February 4, 2025

From:

Subject: Your entire data has been copied. Your system is jeopardized!

Logged in successfully, all data from the device has been copied.
 
 
THE VIRUS PROGRAM HAS BEEN INSTALLED.
Oh, it's a good thing we met.
 
You've recently visited a p**n site and picked up this malware, which is already sitting in your system.
All the data has been copied.
 
I looked at everything on your device and I also recorded the video from your webcam while you were watching p**n.
I think we both know what's in that video.
 
I know all your passwords.

 

 

POSTED: Sunday January 19, 2025 3:37PM

From: <schnaviasmithhatcher@gmail>
 
Subject:

Send me your available cell number



Director or VC at Wise

 

POSTED: Friday January 10, 2025 9:27PM

From: user@nddb.coop>

Subject: Congrats

Dear Qualified Student/Staffs,

 

Congratulations to you as you have been approved to receive a benefit check from Skoll Foundation and COLLEGE board. This check is to be support Student/Staffs in catering for their school needs, medical and personal expenses,

 

You are to contact your claims agent via his email only (gmail account)  and it is necessary to contact him with your personal email.

 

POSTED: Friday January 10, 2025 3:24 - Several times

From: gmail account

Subject: Got a moment

 Available ?

Director of something at Wise

 

POSTED: Thursday January 9, 2025 - 7:16 AM

From: JUAN MANUEL GOMEZ PALAFOX <emailremoved@comunidad.unam.mx>

Subject: Webmail

Dear Webmail User We received a request from you to unsubscribe your Webmail account, this process has already started by our technical support team.

If you did not authorize this action, kindly click HERE <https://removed.weebly.com/>  to stop this process or else your account will be deactivated

best wishes Mail Support help desk 

 

POSTED: Wednesday January 8, 2025 - 9:55 AM

Subject: Your time is almost up.

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Bitcoin address below ...

 

POSTED: Tuesday December 17, 2024 - 3:05 PM

Sent: Tuesday December 17, 2024 - 3:05 PM

Subject: student opportunity 

An urgent personal assistant worker is need for december  obligation , someone that will help an orphanage homes to get things for december ..if you are available kindly text for details.. weekly wages 500$..only the interested student or staff should apply within..text this number  (714386XXXX.... note its a flexible part time job ...know document required 

 

POSTED: Monday December 16, 2024 - 9:13 AM

Sent: Monday, December 16, 2024 9:13:41 AM

Subject: NOTICE EMAIL UPDATE 

  Based on our records, you are no longer an active student . Therefore, your University Of Virginia user account will need to be updated  between 24hrs. Kindly click on the attachment below and update your information University Of Virginia. You will no longer be eligible for central technology services at University Of Virginia.

At that time, your account will no longer be usable if you did not update your information immediately. 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW

To verify your account! Failure to verify will result in account disablement. Copyright ® 2024. All rights reserved 

 

POSTED: December 13, 2024 - 1:16 PM

Sent: Friday, December 13, 2024 1:16 PM

Subject: NOTICE EMAIL UPDATE FOR STAFF/STUDENT

Based on our records, you are no longer an active student . Therefore, your University Of Virginia user account will need to be updated  between 24hrs. Kindly click on the attachment below and update your information University Of Virginia. You will no longer be eligible for central technology services at University Of Virginia.

At that time, your account will no longer be usable if you did not update your information immediately. 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW

To verify your account! Failure to verify will result in account disablement. Copyright ® 2024. All rights reserved 

 

 

Posted: Saturday, August 31, 2024 1:00 PM

 

Sent: Saturday, August 31, 2024 1:00 PM
To:
Subject: No reply.

Hello, my perverted friend.

We've actually known each other for a while, at least I know you.
You can call me Big Brother or the All-Seeing Eye.
I'm a hacker who a few months ago gained access to your device, including your browser history and webcam.
I recorded some videos
 

 

Posted: August 16, 2024 10:51AM


Subject: Miller Dynasty 300 TIG Welder & Snap-On Tools!

Dear Faculty & Staff,

We are thrilled to announce an exciting giveaway that you won't want to miss!

Our staff member, Mr. Scott Shane , is generously giving away his late father’s equipment. ** Miller 951937 Dynasty 300 TIG
Welder with TIGRunner Package and Wireless Foot Control **A complete set of Snap-On Tools Box and Accessories.

Anyone that is interested in acquiring these  items, please contact Mr. Scott directly via his personal email address (Scottshane02@engineer.com) to express your interest and arrange delivery.

We encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. Please feel free to contact Mr. Scott directly for further information.


Warm regards,

 

 

 

Your account is hacked. Your data is stolen. Learn how to regain access.

 

Posted: July 29, 2024 - 10:08am

Hi,

I am a hacker, and I have successfully gained access to your operating system.
I also have full access to your account.

I've been watching you for a few months now.

The fact is that your computer has been infected with malware through an adult site that you visited.
If you are not familiar with this, I will explain.
Trojan Virus gives me full access and control over a computer or other device.

 

 

Reminder: University of Virginia Student Health Insurance Portal - Open

 

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.

 

Take control of your pension - Book Now

 

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

 

Invite: Pension Options Meeting

 

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.

 

Job opportunity

 

Posted:

From: Juras Adam <adam.juras01 [at] upol.cz>
Sent: Monday, July 22, 2024 9:18 PM
To: info@unicef.com
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, hoffmandrnicholas120@gmail.com<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

 

JOB OFFER.

 

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

 

Remote Job Opportunity Available.

 

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

 

Virginia University Empowerment !!!

 

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.
 

DISPOSAL OF 2014 YAMAHA BABY GRAND PIANO

Dear Student/Faculty/Staff,
 
One of our staff at University Of Virginia,  Ms Jennifer Kastello, Assistant Professor of Nursing. is downsizing and looking to give away her late dad's piano to a loving home. The Piano is a 2014 Yamaha Baby Grand used like new. You can write to her to indicate your interest on her private email at Jennifer31000 [at] outlook.com to arrange inspection and delivery or pickup with a moving company.
 
Note: It would be advised to write Ms Jennifer with your personal email for a swift response.

Posted:

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

 

Update: Pension Meeting for the University of Virginia Employees

 

Posted:

From: Derrick Hanson <derrick [at] statepensionspecialists.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 9:21 AM
To: User, Typical S  (mst3k) <mst3k [at] virginia.edu>
Subject: Update: Pension Meeting for the University of Virginia Employees

Hello! I hope you're well.

As an employee of the University of Virginia, you are invited to a complimentary review of your pension options 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 benefits
 *   Which pension options have guaranteed income

Appointments are limited. Click below to schedule your meeting.
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