Original Phishing Message

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Text of Phishing Message

From: ENelson[@]pierce[.]ctc[.]edu
Subject: Covid-19 Benefits

In response to the current hardship in the community due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Employee Assistance Program has decided to support students and employees.

The Employee Assistance Program will pay $4,500 to all eligible students & employees, as COVID-19 support, starting from, Tuesday, February 15, 2022.

Visit the Employee Benefits page and login with your school email to submit your application.

Note: The Employee Benefits Program is available to all students and employees.

Sincerely,

COVID-19 Support Team

Employee Assistance Program