Phishing Simulation Alert | United RE Portal

Phishing Simulation Alert - You Failed

You clicked a link in a simulated phishing email. These are regularly sent by bad actors in order to steal your personal information. In a real situation, clicking a suspicious link could expose your device, your accounts, or confidential client information to attackers. Today’s test was safe — but it shows how easily a real phishing attempt could succeed.

What You Missed in the Email

Here are the warning signs that appeared in the message:

Unexpected urgency (“we will wire you the money right away”)
Unusual or awkward phrasing that didn’t sound like the sender
Misspellings and grammar errors
A request to click a link to confirm financial information
Sender name didn’t match the tone or writing style you’d expect
Generic greeting instead of a personalized message

Any one of these should raise suspicion. Together, they’re a strong indicator of phishing.

How to Protect Yourself Going Forward

Before clicking links or opening attachments, always:

Stop and verify — If something feels off, call or text the sender directly.
Hover over links to see where they really lead.
Check the sender’s email address carefully for misspellings or odd domains.
Be skeptical of urgency — attackers want you to act fast without thinking.
Never enter login or financial information unless you’re 100% sure the request is legitimate.

NOTE: We do use a system called Deposit Link to send money and Shanae will be able to confirm any email regarding Deposit Link.