Office of Information Technology
January 31, 2024
Tags Phishing Email (on campus)

Fake Shared Document Alerts

Phish Bowl Alerts

Be aware of recent phishing attempts masquerading as Google Drive file share invitations. These fraudulent emails may resemble legitimate Google notifications but often contain several red flags: inconsistent email addresses not matching the supposed sender, unsolicited file sharing that requires email verification every few days (a non-standard practice for authentic services), and a sense of urgency to act. Always verify the authenticity of unexpected file shares and report any suspicious emails. When in doubt, reach out!

A screenshot of a phishing attempt masquerading as a Google Drive file share prompt.