Penn State will not send virtual opportunities for employment to our users from gmail addresses or similar anonymous providers. If you have already responded to the “job offer” message, block or delete all messages you receive by email or text from...
Recently, Penn State, along with numerous other Universities world-wide have been attacked by a phishing campaign pretending accounts will be disabled without quick action. Some characteristics of the messages: Subjects of messages vary, but usually include URGENT or...
Do not send gift card codes via text or email; you will not be able to recover your money. They may also begin by saying: “Hi, I have an assignment I need you to do for me immediately. Let me know if you are available. So kindly respond back via email”....
Penn State was recently the subject of a job scam and phishing campaign. Two different messages were sent with different subjects, but both were malicious. Exciting News! is a job scam impersonating Penn State faculty. Do not correspond with the supposed sponsor; if...
Several variations of job opportunity scam messages are being sent to appear as if they are from Penn State. OR These are NOT legitimate personal assistant messages. Do not click on the link provided, or correspond with anyone about a job offer. It is a scam where...
The following is a phishing attempt that leads to a phishing Google Form: Do NOT copy and paste the URL as advised since it is not a legitimate message. In addition, please remember that Penn State will never ask you to confirm capabilities or services on your account...
