Email bombing is the malicious act of sending a large number of emails to overwhelm and disrupt an individual’s or organization’s email account. We have seen this on campus where people have been bombarded with hundreds of emails every minute. It strains resources campus-wide and makes it impossible for people to access legitimate emails.
How can you fight against it?
- Be selective when subscribing to newsletters or online services. Make a separate email account for just these instances so you don’t use your business or a personal account used by friends and family.
- Be cautious about sharing your email address publicly on websites, forums, or social media platforms. (See bullet #1)
- Avoid opening emails from unknown senders that appear suspicious.
- While receiving some spam emails is normal, receiving hundreds or thousands in a short time is “email bombing”. If this happens to your UT Health Science Center account, contact the ITS Service Desk immediately at 901.448.2222.