Scams and Viruses
Facebook has experienced an attack by the "Koobface" virus which is used to gather users' sensitive information such as credit card numbers. Messages from infected computers have headers such as "You look just awesome in this new movie". When the recipient clicks on the link to view the video, they are asked to upgrade their Adobe Flash Player, which actually downloads the virus, infecting their computer.
Remember: To be safe, always go directly to a trusted site, such as Adobe, to get the latest updates.
1/8/2009
The following e-mail was received by a user on the IU South Bend campus recently. This is a phishing scam! Beware of any such e-mail that attempts to trick you into providing your passphrase or other sensitive information.
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Subject: You have exceeded the storage limit for your mailbox
Your mailbox has exceeded the storage limit set by your administrator. You may not be able to send or receive new mail until your mailbox size is increased by your system administrator. You are required to contact your system administrator through e-mail with your Username:{ } and Password:{ } to increase your storage limit.
System Administrator
E-mail: systemsmangement@live.com<mailto>
You will continue to receive this warning message periodically if your inbox size continues to exceed its size limit.
This email is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and contains information that is privileged and confidential.
