12 Scams of the Holiday Season: Protect Yourself Against the Dangers of Public Wi-Fi Networks
It’s the holiday season, but also a prime time for online scammers. According to the FBI, a half-billion dollars in losses from scams were reported last years to its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Whether you’re doing some last minute shopping, searching for opportunities to give back to your community or planning holiday travel, over the next 12 days, we’ll update you on some of the latest cyber security threats and share tips to help keep you safe online as you look to make the most of the holiday season.
Read MoreTips for a Safer Cyber Monday, Beyond
For many consumers, ‘tis the season for giving, which often comes with a good bit of holiday shopping. Though Black Friday has passed, the days of deals are still going strong towards Cyber Monday and on through the weeks to come. Learn more about common scams and tips to help you stay safe while shopping online.
Read MorePhishing scam lures Office 365 users with phony voicemail
In recent weeks, a new phishing campaign targeting Office 365 users has emerged. The scam uses fraudulent voicemail messages to lure users into giving up their email credentials. Learn more about these scams and how you can protect yourself and Elon.
Read MoreElon IT Decoded: Meet Gary Sheehan
Director of Information Security Gary Sheehan, who came to Elon in January, who came to Elon in January with more than 35 years of experience in the field of information security, oversees efforts to protect Elon’s data and users against cyber threats. Learn more about his role on campus, National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and what Elon is doing to help keep you safe.
Read MoreProtect it: Free public wifi isn’t safe wifi
In the age of constant internet connectivity, access is always a hot commodity. Many businesses and localities now offer free public wifi for customers for convenience and to encourage visitation. But just because it’s free, doesn’t mean it’s safe.
Read MoreSecure it: Avoid scammers who try to trick you into giving up personal information
For National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) and day-to-day online safety, take some time to learn about just how far scammers are willing to go to obtain your personal identifiable information and other sensitive data through text messages and email. Here are some tips to help you stay safe online.
Read MoreOwn it: You can help keep the internet safer, more secure
As we observe National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, consider what you’re doing to keep the internet safer and more secure. Follow these tips to stay safe online.
Read MorePhishing email scams target Microsoft Office 365, OneNote users
BleepingComputer recently highlighted two phishing email scams targeting Microsoft users. These emails lure users in by appearing to be legit and alerting them to urgent security concerns. Ultimately, scammers are trying to get users to provide login credentials. Learn more about these scams below, and how to protect yourself and Elon from the danger they pose.
Read MoreRecognizing Data Privacy Day
How many times have you started an online account and took the time to read through the privacy settings? If not, do you really know how your personal information is used, collected or shared through your favorite apps and online platforms? Data Privacy Day aims to change how all users think about privacy and protection.
Read MoreSharePoint, OneDrive: Best practices for online storage, file sharing
When it comes to file storage and file sharing, cloud-based platforms provide users with convenient access, mobility and enhanced security, among other advantages. At Elon, faculty and staff can take advantage of SharePoint and OneDrive to store files and collaborate online – both free of charge.
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