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Phishing Reported by the GVSU Community

Date:
3/21/2024

Subject:
Are you on campus

Summary:
Sends emails trying to get you to purchase giftcards.

Type:
  • Phishing
  • Scam Alert

Message:

1. Available?

2.Okay, well I’m in a conference right now and that’s why I’m contacting you through here. I should have called, but phone is not allowed to be used during the conference, And i don't have an idea on when the conference will be over and I was hoping you could help me out on something very important right away.

3.I was hoping you could help me get some Amazon gift cards from the store, I will reimburse you when I’m done with my conference, I need to send it to someone now and it is very important because it’s one of my best friend's kid's birthday and I fear I may not get it on time myself if I decide to wait it out.

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