by Karen McDowell Published: Tuesday, May 31, 2016 Columns:Security Matters When you are reading e-mail or browsing online, be on the lookout for suspicious links and deceptive web pages, which are major sources of malware. Also be careful when selecting browser plugins, apps, or other downloadable files since they can introduce new vulnerabilities. Here are some suggestions to make […]
Working Safely and Securely in a Remote Environment
by Zarmeena Waseem Some states are starting to reopen for business. While many of us remain focused on protecting ourselves in the physical world, this blog post details information security and privacy guidance to help us better protect ourselves in the virtual world. Shelter-in-place orders and curfews may be easing up, but many campuses continue […]
Digital Wellbeing and Mental Health during a Pandemic and Beyond
by Brian Martinez Engage with Digital ToolsThere may be some things you cannot control in the short-term, but there are other things you can control. Actively engaging with digital tools can help you to take back control of your life. For example, you could take an online course after work or early in the morning. […]
Are Passwords a Thing of the Past?
by Cara Bonnett April 10, 2020Security Matters There are plenty of reasons to hate passwords. A recent Ponemon Institute study provides some insights into why many people have developed what has become known as password fatigue: Respondents reported having to spend an average of 12.6 minutes each week or 10.9 hours per year entering and/or […]
Making Phishing Attacks History!
by Trisha Clay Social engineering begins with research, whereby an attacker reaches out to a target to gain information and resources. When someone you don’t know contacts you and asks you open-ended questions, this may be the first step of a social-engineering attack. After the attacker reaches out to you, they will then attempt to establish […]