Email Spoofing Scam Targets Connecticut Businesses

• •Connecticut businesses are targeted by a sophisticated email spoofing scam.
• •Malicious emails prompt users to click on links that may expose sensitive information.
• •Secretary of State warns that official communications will never request unsolicited signatures.

Connecticut businesses are facing a new email spoofing scam that poses risks of malware and financial loss. The scam emails appear to be from the Connecticut Office of the Secretary of the State, urging recipients to sign a document via a malicious link. The emails use a sender address that mimics official communications, making them appear legitimate. Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas issued a warning on June 1, advising businesses to be vigilant and verify any unsolicited requests for signatures. The office confirmed that they will never send unsolicited documents for signature. This scam highlights the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals and the importance of public awareness in cybersecurity.