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Identifying a scammer using a @uic.edu email address may be difficult, however, there are a few signs you can look out for: Big payment for little work. An immediate red flag is when a scammer offers a large payment for very little work.
28 sie 2020 · In this scam, a student receives a telephone call from an attacker who identifies as a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agent. The calling phone number is spoofed and appears as a legitimate phone number belonging to ICE (202-732-4646).
17 maj 2018 · Attackers have been targeting the UIC student community with emails advertising fake job opportunities. In particular, emails received on Sunday, May 13 with the subject “Subject: Re: Administrative Assistant” are part of a scam designed to trick students into sending money to the attackers.
If you receive phishing/scam emails or calls and purchased gift cards, Bitcoin or deposited a fraudulent check, please contact UIC Police for assistance at 312-996-2830 or visit police.uic.edu. If you receive a scam telephone call, hang up, block the number and call UIC Police to report it at 312-996-2830.
Odd phone number or web address – Scammers can do a lot to make it look like you are being contacted by a legitimate person or agency. Pay attention to details like the country code, caller ID spelling, and web addresses.
17 paź 2021 · Recipients may fall victim to these scams, believing it is coming from a legitimate UIC contact. Though identifying a scammer using a @uic.edu email may be difficult, there are other signs you can look out for.
20 cze 2023 · Know how to identify job scam emails targeting UIC students. I recently received an email with an amazing part-time job opportunity working three hours a week for $500, but after closer inspection, I realized it was a SCAM!