Possible Printer Scam

Possible Printer Scam Posted Wednesday, May 15, 2002

A department reported to us today that "Teresa" from I.T. called and asked very abruptly to verify the printer model and number. When asked what they needed it for, Teresa replied that it is for her paperwork. "Teresa" also asked for the supervisor's name and phone number. Information Technology is not and does not plan on calling departments to verify their printer model and number.(We verify this upon installing the printer.) As well, there is no Teresa on I.T. staff. It is probable that this information will be used for "Teresa" to send and bill ERAU for unwanted printer cartridges.

If you get a phone call of this kind, please do not give them any printer information. Ask them for a phone number that you can call them back at and then call the I.T. Support Center at ext.6990. They can verify the validity of the request.