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title: "Important Notice: Ongoing Email Scam Targeting Industry Members"
description: A phishing email scam is circulating. It typically appears to come from a known business contact and indicates that a document has been shared with you.
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# [Important Notice: Ongoing Email Scam Targeting Industry Members](https://www.nhada.com/news/important-notice-ongoing-email-scam-targeting-industry-members)

 Written by [NHADA](https://www.nhada.com/news/author/nhada) | Jun 11, 2025 3:45:10 PM

We want to alert all members that a phishing email scam is currently circulating within the industry. The scam email typically appears to come from a known business contact and indicates that a document has been shared with you for review (example: "Addendum #02"). The message includes a link to access the document. In some instances, the email will provide a false password to access the document.

**If you click the link and attempt to open the file, your email account may be compromised. **Once compromised, the scam spreads by sending similar messages to everyone in your address book.

**Key tips to avoid falling victim:**

- **Verify unexpected emails**: If you receive an unexpected document or link from a colleague, call or message them directly to confirm its legitimacy.
- **Check the sender’s email address carefully**: Scammers may spoof names but often use slightly altered or unfamiliar email addresses.
- **Be cautious with links**: Hover over links before clicking to verify the destination URL. In this case, suspicious domains like “mimecastprotect[.](http://mimecastprotect.com/)com” or unknown redirect URLs are being used.
- **Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA)**: MFA adds an extra layer of protection to your email accounts.
- **Report suspicious emails**: Notify your IT department or email administrator if you receive a suspicious message.

Please remain vigilant and share this notice with your staff to help prevent further incidents.

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