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Hawaii and Connecticut Warn Vendors of Email Scams Impersonating State Agencies

Hawaii and Connecticut Warn Vendors of Email Scams Impersonating State Agencies

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ThreatCluster •October 23, 2026 at 01:12 UTC
  • •Hawaii and Connecticut warn vendors of email scams impersonating state agencies.
  • •Fraudulent emails request payments and sensitive information, including $400 deposits.
  • •Officials stress the importance of verifying email authenticity and using official websites.

Hawaii and Connecticut have issued warnings to vendors about fraudulent emails impersonating state agencies. The Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services reported scams requesting $400 deposits and sensitive information, with emails appearing to originate from legitimate state addresses. Connecticut's Secretary of State also noted phishing emails claiming to share secure documents, directing users to fake portals. Both states emphasized the importance of verifying email authenticity and accessing official websites directly. Hawaii's Office of Enterprise Technology Services is enhancing email security to prevent unauthorized use of state email addresses. The scams exploit the trust businesses place in government agencies, and officials urge vigilance against such threats.

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2026-10-22
Hawaii issues warning about email scams
Hawaii's Department of Accounting and General Services alerts vendors to fraudulent emails requesting payments and sensitive information.
Govtech
2026-10-22
Connecticut warns about phishing emails
Connecticut's Secretary of State issues a warning regarding phishing emails impersonating the Business Services Division.
Govtech
2026-10-22
Hawaii's Office of Enterprise Technology Services enhances email security
The office is working to strengthen email security to prevent unauthorized use of Hawaii.gov addresses.
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What types of scams are being reported?
Vendors are receiving fraudulent emails requesting payments and sensitive information, often impersonating state agencies.
How can vendors protect themselves?
Vendors should verify email authenticity, use official websites for access, and report any suspicious emails.
What actions are the states taking?
Both Hawaii and Connecticut are enhancing email security measures and issuing warnings to raise awareness among vendors.