Keep Emails Safe

Emails often host scams and malicious software (e.g. worms). To avoid virus infection or data theft, Vernon College instructs students to:

Avoid opening attachments and clicking on links when the content is not adequately explained (e.g. “watch this video, it’s amazing”).
Be suspicious of clickbait titles (e.g. offering prizes, advice).
Check email and names of senders to ensure they are legitimate.
Look for inconsistencies or giveaways (e.g. grammar mistakes, capital letters, excessive number of exclamation marks).
If a student is not sure that an email they received is safe, they can refer to the Vernon College Cyber Security Officer for instructions.