Reporting a phishing email in Outlook on the web (OWA) is a straightforward process that helps protect both you and your organization from scams. The easiest way to do this is by using the built-in "Report" button, which is standard in most modern versions of Outlook.
Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Select the Suspicious Email
In your inbox, click on the email that you believe is a phishing attempt. Do not click on any links, open any attachments, or reply to the email.
Step 2: Locate the "Report" Button
With the suspicious email open, look at the menu bar at the top of the Outlook window, just above the email content. You will see a button labeled "Report". It may look like a small envelope icon with an arrow or a shield.
If you don't see the "Report" button directly, it may be hidden under the three dots (...) or a dropdown menu labeled "More actions".
Step 3: Choose "Report Phishing"
Click the "Report" button.
From the dropdown menu that appears, select "Report phishing".
Step 4: Confirm and Submit
A pop-up window may appear asking you to confirm your action. Click "Report" to submit the email for review.
What Happens Next?
The reported email will be moved from your inbox to your Junk Email or Deleted Items folder.
The email is automatically sent to Microsoft's security team for analysis.
This action helps to improve Microsoft's spam and phishing filters, which can protect you and other users from similar threats in the future.
By following these simple steps, you are actively helping to keep your email environment secure. If you need to report a security incident, please email security@fredonia.edu.