Phishing Examples

Common Examples of Phishing Emails

From: professorchan232@gmail.com

Subject:  Are you available?

Hello,

I need you to run a quick task for me. Please send me an email as soon as possible.

Regards,
Prof. David Chan
Professor, 
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

 

From: ITPortal Support <nicole@somesite.net>
Subject: ust.hk Confirmation Request

 

OF⁠FI⁠CE 36⁠5

youremail@ust.hk

The password for youremail@ust.hk will expire today.

You can continue using the same password

Keep the password <link to malicious website>

 

From: Support Team <supportteam@itsupport.com>
Subject: Important Notice: Verify your account NOW!

 

You account has been blocked due to suspicious activities.

Go to the link below to verify your account

<link to malicious website>