TO: All Employees, All Seawolves
FR: Evan Ferguson, Chief Technology Officer and Information Security Officer
There have been reports of a new phishing attempt that is targeting the campus community through text messages impersonating University leadership. The text messages ask the recipient for financial and/or personal information. If you receive one of these messages do not respond and, if your device allows, report the sender as spam.
Users should always verify all requests for personal or financial information. Legitimate SSU representatives will never ask you for sensitive information over email or text. Scrutinize any unexpected communications and be wary of messages with vague promises, unusual requests, or urgent demands. For more information on how to identify phishing and other scams, visit the IT Security FAQ page.
We take the security of our systems and your trust seriously. Thank you for your vigilance and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe digital environment at SSU.
If you have any concerns or need assistance, please contact the ISO Support Team at iso@sonoma.edu.