Impersonation email protection
VIP :

If the impersonation attempt is made on one of our VIPs:

  • A warning message will automatically be added to the email body
  • It notifies recipients that the message may not be from the actual sender
  • The warning message will appear as follows:
From: John Ching <professormail234@gmail.com>
Subject: Available?
 

professormail234@gmail.com appears similar to someone who previously sent you email, but may not be that person. Learn why this could be a risk

 
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If you receive an impersonated message, you can simply delete it and take no further action.


non-VIP :

If the impersonation attempt is made on someone who is not our VIP:

  • A warning message will only be added upon user complaints
  • The warning message will appear as follows:
From: Jack Ng <professormail123@gmail.com>
Subject: Available?

[ALERT] : The sender of this email may not be affiliated with HKUST. Be cautious!

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If you receive an impersonated message, you can simply delete it and take no further action.