• Skip to header navigation
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to secondary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
385-646-5000
2500 South State Street Salt Lake City UT 84115
F.A.Q.
Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram
Translate:

Granite School DistrictGranite School District logo

  • District Home
  • Students & Families
    • Bully Prevention
    • Suicide Prevention
    • Gradebook
    • Lunch Menus
    • Lunch Payments
  • Community
    • Find Employment
    • Math Vocabulary
    • School Boundaries
    • Education Foundation
  • Schools
    • Elementary Schools
    • Junior High Schools
    • Senior High Schools
    • Specialty Schools & Programs
  • District
    • Board
    • Departments
  • Calendar
  • Contact
  • District Home
  • Granite Portal
  • School Menus
  • Pay Lunch Fees
  • Canvas
  • Find Employment
  • Give or Volunteer
  • Board Reports
  • Granite News
  • District Policies
  • Stakeholder Feedback
  • Superintendent Blog
Granite School District > Granite News > Employee Link > Beware of phishing scams – nearby school district repairing data breach

Beware of phishing scams – nearby school district repairing data breach

October 2014Granite Schools

Phishing

A recent employee data breach at a nearby Utah school district serves as a reminder for all of us to be vigilant in identifying potential scams.

The breach, which was the result of a phishing attack, thankfully did not affect student records. It did, however, compromise an employee email account that contained sensitive files and identification information.

Although all school districts use computer firewalls and filters to safeguard against security breaches, these measures only go so far in protecting against all potential attacks. Therefore, it is imperative for all employees to be cautious about any emails or electronic communication regarding sensitive information.

Granite School District’s Information Systems Department will NEVER ask for personal information through email, and employees should never provide any sensitive information from an email request.

Phishers will attempt to acquire information such as passwords, credit card details, and identification numbers by masquerading as a trusted entity. Be aware of these common tactics used by cybercriminals:

Incorrect spelling and poor grammar

Links in an email – If you see a link in a suspicious email message, do not click on it. Instead, hover over the link with your mouse to see if the Web address matches the hyperlink.

Threats – Cybercriminals often use threats to coerce potential victims. These threats may falsely claim that personal security has been compromised, or detail potential punishments for failing to comply with the message.

If you have any questions about digital threats or if you think you may be a victim of a phishing scam, contact the Information Systems Department at 385-646-4524.

Share this:

  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to print (Opens in new window)
  • More
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)

Filed Under: Employee LinkTagged With: breach, data, email, information systems, internet, phishing, scam, security, virus, web

Reader Interactions

Primary Sidebar

Website Search

Stakeholder Feedback

We value your feedback. Please take a short survey and let us know how we're doing.

Go to Surveys

Quick Links

  • Parent & Employee Portal
  • Donate
  • School Menus
  • My School’s Grade
  • Volunteer
  • Find Employment

Parent Link

Receive the latest Granite School District happenings in your inbox.

Like Us on Facebook

Like Us on Facebook
Intranet · Privacy Policy · Terms of Use · F.A.Q. · Login
© 2021 Granite School District 2500 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84115 385-646-5000

Non-Discrimination Statement

Granite School District prohibits discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), or retaliation on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected classification in all educational programs, activities, admissions, access, treatment, or employment practices and provides equal access to scouting groups and other designated youth groups. Related inquiries and complaints may be directed to a school administrator or to Charlene Lui, Title IX Coordinator and Director of Educational Equity, (385) 646-7413. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.
» Read Policy «

Commitment to Accessibility

Granite School District is committed to making information, programs, and services accessible to all students, parents/guardians, patrons, and employees, including those with disabilities. Please contact your school administration or Charlene Lui, Director of Educational Equity, (385) 646-7413 to request interpreters or auxiliary aids. If you need help accessing this website, or you would like to provide feedback or report a concern, please contact our Communications Office, (385) 646-4529.

Content Disclaimer

The Granite School District is not responsible for the text and content of websites not owned and operated by the Granite School District.