It’s Data Privacy Day
Observed annually on Jan. 28, Data Privacy Day is an international effort to create awareness about the importance of respecting privacy, safeguarding data and enabling trust. This year, Elon University is recognized as a #PrivacyAware Champion, dedicated to empowering students, faculty and staff to better manage privacy and protect both personal and university data.
Read More12 Scams of the Holiday Season: Secure Your Mobile Devices
Mobile devices are great for bringing a wealth of information to our fingertips while on the go. But with the increased functionality of these tools and the convenience that they offer, our personal information is more vulnerable to a number of cyber security threats. See tips to help you safeguard your devices and details about the steps you should take if your mobile device is lost or stolen.
Read More12 Scams of the Holiday Season: Safeguard, Manage Online Passwords
Keeping passwords secure should always be top of mind when accessing online accounts, but with a heightened number of scams during the holiday season, it’s a great time to review best practices for safeguarding and managing key account credentials. As a part of our 12 Scams of the Holiday Season series, we’re offering you tips to help keep you safe online.
Read More12 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 MoreMoodle Upgrades to Version 3.7 on Dec. 18
On Wednesday, Dec. 18, Moodle will be upgraded to version 3.7. Due to the update, Moodle will be unavailable to all users from 1 a.m.-7 a.m. Learn more about new options.
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.
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