Read each email below and decide whether it’s a phishing attempt or a legitimate message.
From: support@amaz0n-secure.com
Dear Customer,
We detected suspicious activity in your Amazon account. Please click here immediately to verify your identity or your account will be closed.
From: bookstore@myschool.edu
Thanks for your purchase! Your receipt for "Intro to Coding" is attached. Let us know if you have questions.
From: promotions@freeprizesnow.biz
Congratulations! You’ve been selected for a free $1000 gift card. Claim now!
From: techsupport@school-itdesk.com
Hello,
We’re upgrading our email servers. Please verify your login to avoid interruption in your school email access.
This is mandatory for all users by 5 PM today.
From: order-update@amazon.com
Thanks for your purchase! Your item will be delivered Friday. You can track your package here.
If you didn’t place this order, go to Your Orders to cancel or report an issue.
From: admin@schoolsystem.net
This is an automated message. Your password will expire unless updated. Update it here.
Failure to do so will result in account lockout.
From: cafeteria@tsbvi.edu
Hi! The school cafeteria is gathering student input. Take this quick 3-question survey about your lunch favorites!
Thanks for helping us serve you better!
From: Mrs. Burnett <mrs.burnett@gmail.com>
Hi,
I’m in a meeting and can’t talk. I need you to purchase some gift cards for staff appreciation. Just reply when you see this.
Thanks,
Mrs. Burnett
From: security@google.verify-account.com
Your Google account was accessed from a new device. If this wasn’t you, secure your account here.
Thank you, Google Security Team
From: security@edunet-services.com
Dear user,
Unusual sign-in activity was detected. If you did not initiate this login, please click here to review your account.
Thank you for using EduNet. Stay safe online.
From: notifications@fafsa.gov
Friendly reminder that your FAFSA form has not yet been completed. Be sure to submit by the priority deadline to maximize your aid options.
Apply or check your status at https://fafsa.gov
From: hr@myschool.co (displayed as “HR Department”)
Hi team,
Attached is the revised payroll schedule for the spring term. Please review it and let us know if you notice any issues.
From: safety@myschool.edu
Hello,
Attached is a copy of the incident report from today’s fire drill. Please download the file and send it to your department head.
Attachment: incident_details.exe
From: appleid@apple.com
Your Apple ID was used to sign in to iCloud from a new device. If this was you, no action is needed.
If you didn’t make this change, click here to secure your account.