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September 08, 2026

Judiciary Suspicious Email Notice

The Vermont Judiciary is aware of a suspicious email that has been sent from a Judiciary email address. The message includes a PDF attachment and a passcode to open the attachment. If you receive this email, do not open the attachment or use the passcode. Please delete the email.

If you opened the link, it is recommended that you change your password on the device you were using when you received the email. If you provided your email address and password, it is recommended that you contact your IT support staff for further instruction. We are investigating the matter and will provide additional information as needed. Thank you for your cooperation.

Judiciary Suspicious Email Notice

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