Cybercriminals have discovered a method to manipulate what appears to be a glitch in Apple’s password reset function, launching a scam that could lock you out of your iPhone if not handled cautiously. Krebs on Security highlights that the scheme begins with a single Reset Password alert, followed by a barrage of similar warnings. The
The age-old tactic of impersonation scams, also known as the Gift Card Scam, is rearing its head once more within our campus community. In this scheme, scammers assume the identity of a manager or other trusted authority figure, claiming unavailability for direct communication and requesting a “favor” via email. Typically, this favor entails purchasing gift
Zoom constantly evolves with new features and security enhancements. To make the most of this evolving technology and ensure your digital interactions are both secure and efficient, turning on automatic updates and selecting the “Fast Update” is a strategy everyone should adopt. Here is why: Stay Secure The primary reason to keep your Zoom application
Dear Chapman University students, The Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) team wants to alert you about a sharp increase in fraudulent emails circulating within our community, promising easy pet-sitting and other part-time job opportunities to our students. As the semester draws to a close, it’s crucial to remain informed and cautious of online scams, particularly
Dear Chapman Community, On Friday, March 22, we will be switching to the new Microsoft Teams! This upgrade is part of our ongoing commitment to provide the best tools and technology to support our learners, educators, and staff. The new Microsoft Teams brings innovative features designed to make our digital interactions more efficient, engaging, and
Welcome to a pivotal moment in the evolution of Chapman University’s workforce management. We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Human Capital Management (HCM) Refresh Project, a comprehensive initiative designed to transform how we work and be able to make informed decisions with in-depth data. The HCM Refresh Project allows us to explore,
A new and distressing cybercrime known as online sextortion is increasingly targeting teenagers. This crime involves malicious individuals who disguise themselves online to coerce young people into sending explicit images or videos. The aftermath involves a demand for money, with the threat of sharing these images with the victim’s family and friends if they do
Dear Campus Community, As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguard our campus community’s personal and academic data, we are introducing a critical update to our account password policy. We are taking a big step to boost Chapman University’s online safety. Effective June 15, 2024, all campus account passwords must be at least 12 characters
As we navigate the complexities of the online world, a new security challenge has emerged: the unsolicited receipt of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requests. This occurrence is a significant indicator that someone might be attempting unauthorized access to your online accounts. MFA is a way of verifying your identity when you sign in to an online
To enhance efficiency and elevate the Chapman campus experience for faculty and students alike, we are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our transition from traditional paper-based methods to a new digital platform for the Change of Major and Minor process. Seamless and Streamlined Starting 1/16/24, students and faculty members can embark on a