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Phishing Attempt - "Verify Webmail Account To Avoid Closure"

University IT security professionals have received alerts concerning a phishing attempt with a subject line "Verify Webmail Account to Avoid Closure".  The message ask you to click on a link to verify your email account by filling in your email and correct password. This e-mail is a fraudulent message.  Please delete the message. 

A copy of the message for reference is posted below.

Subject: Verify Webmail Account To Avoid Closure  Dear user,  verify your email account by clicking the link below fill in your email and correct password.  http://BADLINK  Warning!!! Account owner that refuses to update his or her web mail account will lose his/her account.  These measures are taken to fight Spam and improve security. We apologize for any inconveniences caused.  Note:If you cannot verify using the link send your details(email & password) to (webofficer.itservices@BADADDRESS).  Thank you, WEB MAIL TEAM