Hoaxes are email messages that resemble chain letters, offer free money, or contain dire warnings and offers that seem to be too good to be true.  If you receive a hoax via email, delete it.  Sharing hoaxes slows down mail servers and may be a cover for a hidden virus or worm.

Follow these best practices:

• Don't forward chain letters.
• Never open an email attachment unless you know what it is--even if it's from someone you know and trust.
• Keep your anti-virus software up to date.
• Remember, cyber security is everyone's responsibility.

Cyber Security Tips are provided by Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), http://www.msisac.org

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