UBC Network Protections to Block High-Risk Websites

The types of high-risk websites that are blocked include:

• Malware sites that host malicious software, mobile threats, and more
• Phishing sites that aim to trick users into handing over personal or financial information
• ‘Command and Control’ servers that allow compromised devices to receive instructions from attackers
• Website domains created within the last 3 days
   

High-risk websites can be malicious sites that attempt to disrupt computer operation, gather your personal information or, in a worst-case scenario, gain control of your machine. Often, these malicious websites look like legitimate websites. Make sure you inspect a URL before clicking on it or downloading anything to your computer. Learn how to recognize phishing emails, which is the most common way cybercriminals distribute malicious links.

Newly created domains are also considered high-risk as they are frequently used for phishing campaigns.

Please contact the IT Help Desk for analysis.

Please send an email to security@ubc.ca with the URL and an explanation about why you think the website URL should be blocked.

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