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Scam Alert: health-related text scams on the rise

Don’t fall for it! The Office of Information Security (OIS) in the Office of Technology Services (OTS) warns about a current texting scam. 

About the scam
This text scam contains false info about vaccine availability and claims to be from the United Kingdom’s National Health Service. The malicious link asks you to provide personal and financial information. See a PDF example.  

You’ve received a similar or suspicious text message on your cell phone. Now what?   

• Do not reply to the text. Don’t click on any links or open any attached files. 
• Forward the text message to 7726 (SPAM) and follow the instructions. 
• Delete the text message. To help prevent, consider registering your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry. 
• Rely on official sources for info like official government and reputable health sources.  

If you’re concerned your TU account information or TU device might’ve been compromised:  

• Contact the OTS Faculty/Staff Help Center at 410-704-5151 or submit a TechHelp service request. 
• If you’ve fallen victim to Identity Theft, please contact the Towson University Police Department (TUPD) at 410-704-4444 or police@towson.edu. 

For more information on recognizing suspicious emails and for real life examples, visit towson.edu/phishing or submit a TechHelp service request for an interactive security awareness presentation to your group or department.  

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This post was written by Weldon, Jennifer