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WARNING: Mt. SAC students are often targeted by scammers via email.


Immediate Actions

  • Do not click on any links or attachments in suspicious emails.
  • Do not reply to the email.
  • Report the email to Mt. SAC at Report Gmail Phishing

Red Flags to Watch Out For

  • The sender's email address does not match a legitimate university or company email address.
  • The email presents a sense of urgency or pressure to respond immediately.
  • The email contains grammatical errors or typos.
  • The email asks you to click on a suspicious link or attachment.
  • The email asks you to provide personal information.

What to Do if You Receive a Suspicious Email

If you have already clicked on a link or attachment, change your passwords immediately and scan your device for malware.

Learn More
Review Google's malicious email support page to learn how to avoid and report phishing emails in Gmail.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at Report Gmail Phishing.
Note: Mt. SAC does not offer jobs, remote work, internships, etc., through emails or calls.
For additional details and support, visit our Student Technology Support page.

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    • Real-World Example of a Phishing Email Targeting Mt. SAC Students

      From: Phillip Phisher
      Date: Fri, Feb 7, 2025 at 8:33 AM
      Subject: MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE....FINANCIAL AID DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
      To: MtSacStudent


      **Please note this email is not spam or a phishing attempt. This is a legitimate email from The Helpdesk**

      MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE  FINANCIAL AID

      Your $5,536.00 from MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE

      You have an unsolved issue with your financial aid distribution from Bank Mobile, Use the link Below and complete out the form to resolve it as quickly as possible To facilitate access to your allocated funds, please follow these steps:

      1. Visit www.vibeacount.fake/financialaid-management.

      2. Complete the provided form accurately.

      3. Expect further communication from our team to finalize your request.

      We expect you to strictly adhere to and resolve it within 24 hours.

      Best Regards,
      Financial Aid Offer.