Stay alert against email scams as new semester begins

Bailey Troutman, CCIT Communications
August 26, 2024

As the new semester begins, the Office of Information Security encourages all staff, faculty, and students to stay alert against email phishing scam attempts. Analyzing any email asking users to click a link or share personal information is important. Phishing attempts are often tricky because, at first glance, the cybercriminals may pose as a University source/department/office and appear real. Here are some helpful tips to remember before you click or share: 

1. Stay vigilant and know that phishing email attempts are happening, especially as a new semester begins.
2. Clemson University will never ask for your login credentials via email, phone, or any online form. Do not share passwords with anyone. 
3. Forward any suspicious email to phishing@clemson.edu or use the “Report Phishing” button in Microsoft Outlook. 

If you have questions or want to learn more about reported cybersecurity alerts, visit CCIT’s Cybersecurity website.