The Guernsey Financial Services Commission has issued an alert about a phishing attempt impersonating the Commission Secretary, Alice Joy, using the domain “gfsc.gg.zitirxsend.com”. It reminded recipients that official Commission emails are sent from domains ending “gfsc.gg” and advised anyone unsure about an email’s authenticity not to click links or open attachments and to forward the message to the Commission for review. The Commission also reminded firms of relevant expectations in its Cyber Rules and Guidance, 2021, including ensuring staff remain vigilant about unfamiliar email links, maintaining appropriate cyber security software, applying IT system updates in a timely manner, and notifying the Commission if they are subject to a significant cyber security event.
Guernsey Financial Services Commission 2025-08-15
Guernsey Financial Services Commission warns of phishing emails impersonating the Commission Secretary
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission alerted about a phishing attempt impersonating Commission Secretary Alice Joy using a fraudulent domain. It emphasized official emails come from domains ending in “gfsc.gg” and advised caution with suspicious emails. The Commission reminded firms of the Cyber Rules and Guidance, 2021, stressing vigilance, cyber security measures, timely IT updates, and reporting significant cyber events.