Should You Get a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
A VPN enables you to access the internet without letting anyone decipher the information. If you are on public WIFI…
Browsing: Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tip
University Authorized Phishing Campaign
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. During this month the Information Security and Assurance team shares information on safeguarding your…
Digital Signatures: Why They are Important
The use of digital signatures is a way to make communications online more transparent and secure. A digital signature is…
How to Dispose of Your Electronic Devices
Do you happen to have an old device and looking to upgrade? Maybe you already have a bunch of old…
How to Make Your Mobile Device More Secure
Mobile devices are our most commonly used technological devices on a day-to-day basis. It is imperative that we secure our…
Typosquatting: Why You Should Be Aware of What Websites You Access
Typosquatting is when a cybercriminal registers a domain closely related to a legitimate domain, in the hopes to lure unaware…
Do Not Just Plug Anything Into Your Computer
External hard drives and USB devices are integral to modern technology. They allow you to have data on an easily…
What’s a Firewall?
Firewalls have long been considered the first line of defense for computers against cyber attacks but are often considered a…
iOS Security Practices
For Apple® users, downloading, deleting, and using apps is part of everyday usage. How is Apple® working to protect your…
Why is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Important?
Two-Factor Authentication or as it’s commonly known, 2FA, is another way to verify that you are actually the person who…