Operating system and software updates are more than just routine maintenance—they’re your device’s first line of defense. While they often improve performance and introduce new features, their vital role is patching vulnerabilities that cybercriminals could exploit. By regularly updating your apps and operating systems, you reduce your exposure to threats and ensure your technology runs
Every account is a potential target for cyber threats, from campus portals to personal email and social media. That’s why enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) across university systems and personal devices is a smart, proactive step toward protecting your data. What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)? Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), also known as Multifactor Authentication (MFA), adds an
Passwords are the keys to our digital lives. From class registration and email accounts to banking and social media, every online service requires them. Unfortunately, weak or reused passwords remain one of the biggest reasons for compromised accounts. With so many data breaches, stale, old passwords are prime material for the hackers lurking in the
The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) team is excited to kick things off with this year’s theme: Staying Safe Online. Throughout October, we’ll be sharing a series of informative blog posts and social media content—each designed to help you protect your digital life with confidence and ease. Here’s a glimpse of what we will share
In today’s digital age, personal digital security is not just an individual responsibility but a collective one. At Chapman University, we understand that the security of our digital infrastructure is intrinsically linked to the security practices of each member of our community. When individuals protect their digital environments, they contribute to the overall security of
We are excited to announce the launch of campus-wide access to Dedoose, a powerful cloud-based platform designed to help Chapman University’s approach to qualitative and mixed methods research. Whether you’re a faculty member conducting interviews, a student analyzing survey data, or a staff member evaluating program outcomes, Dedoose offers a flexible, collaborative environment to explore
We would like to inform you about a recent change to Google Chrome’s Google Lens tool. This feature now appears as a ‘Homework help’ icon in Canvas and other learning management systems, making AI-powered content analysis and question answering easily accessible to students. Because Google Lens now appears prominently as ‘Homework help’ in Canvas, students
Cybercriminals are getting bolder, and few groups have gained as much notoriety as Scattered Spider. Known for their clever social engineering and relentless tactics, these hackers have been using email bombing (a flood of junk messages designed to overwhelm an inbox) as the first domino in a chain of attacks that ends with full control of a
As we usher in a new academic year at Chapman University, I want to take a moment to address our community about some of the key cybersecurity trends we’re closely monitoring—and the steps we’re taking to keep our campus secure. Understanding Today’s Threat Landscape Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and higher education institutions like ours
Welcome to the fourth episode of IT Insights, the video series featuring exclusive interviews with leaders in Chapman University’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T). In this episode, we sit down with Helen Norris, Chapman University’s Chief Information Officer and Vice President for Information Technology, as she prepares to retire after years of transformative leadership. Helen’s