Original Phishing Message
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Text of Phishing Message
From: relay[@]call67249894382[.]com
Subject: Pugetsound Update at 21 May, 2021
Hi [name removed],
As a recap for an update to the Pugetsound Employee Benefits Eligibility Policy, appended in this is a duplicate of our Core Values and Operating Behaviors.
Pugetsound Representatives in the accompanying business division(s) are qualified for the Pugetsound EMPLOYEE BENEFITS as depicted in this appended Policy. Every representative will be considered answerable for these qualities to guarantee our proceeded with development and achievement.
Kindly review and approve the compliance section so we can proceed.
Pugetsound HR Department