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NJSBA Warns of Phishing Scam Targeting Membership

By NJSBA Staff posted 2 days ago

  
The NJSBA is aware of spoofed emails circulating that purport to be from NJSBA leadership regarding a "confidential matter." These emails often originate from fake domains (e.g., ending in @njsba.sendcrp.com) and ask members to confirm their phone number. These are scams. Please check the sender's email address carefully – only emails from @njsba.com are official NJSBA communications. If you are unsure, do not reply – email our Customer Service team at [email protected] directly to verify. Read on for guidance on what to do with phishing emails.
The scam looks like this:
•    Fake email from "njsba.com. sendrcp.com,” (notice the extra "sendrcp.com,” " – the tone of the email will be accurate as will most of the look and feel)
•    Looks totally legitimate at first glance
•    Goal is to get you to click links or give up information
 
Red flags to look for in your email:
•    Unexpected urgent requests for action
•    Requests for passwords or sensitive information
•    Generic greetings instead of your actual name
•    Links that don't go where they claim (hover to check)
 
What to Do If You Get Something Suspicious
 
Simple steps:
1.    DON'T click anything or reply
2.    Forward to IT at [security email] with "SUSPICIOUS" in subject
3.    When in doubt, call the sender using a number you already have
4.    Never use contact info from the suspicious email to verify
 
If you clicked something by mistake:
•    Change passwords immediately
•    Tell IT right away
•    Don't be embarrassed – it happens to everyone
 
Bottom Line
Bar associations are targeted because scammers know legal professionals handle sensitive data and large transactions. When something seems off, trust your gut and ask questions.

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