The email asks the recipient to click a link to “view request” and provide information to “complete” that request, noting that “late submission may attract penalties.”
The Division recommends that anyone who has clicked on any link or image in the email immediately notify the appropriate individuals in their firm of the incident.
None of these domain names are connected to FINRA and firms should delete all emails originating from any of these domain names.
The Division reminds firms to verify the legitimacy of any suspicious email before responding, opening any attachments, or clicking on any embedded links.
FINRA has requested that the relevant Internet domain registrars suspend services for all three domain names.
For more information, please see FINRA’s Regulatory Notice 21-30. Questions about these emails, and information about other emails pretending to be from FINRA, can be directed to Dave Kelley (816-802-4729 or David.Kelley@finra.org) or Greg Markovich (312-899-4604 or Gregory.Markovich@finra.org), from FINRA Member Supervision’s Cybersecurity Program.
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DORA is the state's umbrella regulatory agency, charged with managing licensing and registration for multiple professions and businesses, implementing balanced regulation for Colorado industries, and protecting consumers. Our nearly 600 employees are dedicated to preserving the integrity of the marketplace and promoting a fair and competitive business environment throughout Colorado.
About the Division of Securities:
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