Last updated October 26, 2026

Welcome to the TMU IT Phish Bowl, your resource for identifying and learning from phishing scams targeting our campus community. This page is designed to raise awareness about cybersecurity threats and provide actionable insights for staying safe online.

What is a Phish Bowl?

The Phish Bowl is a collection of verified phishing attempts actually received at TMU. By sharing examples, we aim to empower you to recognize suspicious emails, links, or messages and avoid falling victim to similar attacks.

Phish Bowl Index

Subject
Type
Message
Reginald Dano shared "University faculty application assessment" with you
Malicious File Share
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AAA Emergency Kit
Giveaway
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2026 Compensation
Smishing (Text message)
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Claim your prize!
Giveaway
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John Doe Shared 'A-V Part Rentals' with you
Malicious File Share
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Forwarded Message Past-due invoice
Invoice Fraud
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Install VPN
Malware
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What should I do if I receive a phishing email?

Please immediately report any suspicious messages to the IT team by clicking the Phish Alert Button in Outlook:


You may also forward the message to spam@masters.edu.

Please do not click on any links or reply to a suspicious email.

If you have any questions regarding phishing emails or information security, please reach out to servicedesk@masters.edu.