There could be slight variations in the text or the signature the scammers used, but the idea remains the same – to steal your credentials.
Subject: UVIC IMPORTANT VERIFICATION!
Sender: University of Victoria <****>Notice: This message was sent from outside the University of Victoria email system. Please be cautious with links and sensitive information.
Your UVIC Google account has been filed under the list of accounts set for deactivation due to retirement / graduation or transfer of the concerned account holder. But the record shows you are still active in service and so advised to verify this request otherwise give us reason to deactivate your University of Victoria account.
Please Verify your UVIC account immediately to avoid Deactivation. Verify Here [Phishing link]
Please note the one-time submission and entry only..
Warm Regards,
3800 Finnerty Road
Victoria BC V8P 5C2 Canada
UVIC IT Help Desk