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Each week this month, we'll be sharing tips on protecting yourself from email scams, phishing and malware. (.)

Today's tip: anytime you get an email asking you for your password, delete it. Dalhousie will never ask for your password by email, nor will any other reputable organization.

Avoiding phishing
    • Delete requests for your password
    • Don’t click links or open attachments in unexpected email
    • Be suspicious of any requests for financial information
    • Do not fill out forms embedded in email messages
    • Keep your web browser and plug-ins up-to-date
    • Avoid clicking links in private messages on social media sites that you were not expecting
    • If you think you have been phished, .