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Beware of the Butchers: A Guide to the Latest Scams and How to Protect Yourself

July 2, 2024 by | IS&T

As we navigate this era of digital advancement, the sophistication and frequency of online scams are escalating, leading to significant financial setbacks and emotional distress. It’s crucial to equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to safeguard against these threats. Two new high-profile scams currently in the spotlight are the “Pig Butchering” scam in Southeast Asia

Forbes Warns of New Wi-Fi Vulnerability Affecting All Microsoft Windows Versions

June 18, 2024 by | IS&T

A recent article from Forbes highlights a severe Windows security flaw that allows hackers to infect PCs over Wi-Fi, emphasizing the urgency of updating your operating system immediately. Regardless of your operating system (Windows, macOS, etc.), this article is an excellent reminder of the importance of regular updates. Why Regular Updates Matter Security Enhancements: OS

Why 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) Matters

June 14, 2024 by Keith Barros  | IS&T

As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Chapman University, I cannot emphasize enough the critical role that 2-Factor Authentication (2FA) plays in safeguarding our digital ecosystem. In an era of rampant and sophisticated cyber threats, relying solely on passwords is like leaving our front door unlocked.  What is 2FA? 2FA is a security mechanism

The Long and Short of It: Why Password Length Matters

May 13, 2024 by Keith Barros | IS&T

As a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), my primary goal is safeguarding Chapman University’s digital assets. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to enhance security is by focusing on password strength, and a key component of that strength is password length. Why Longer Passwords? The math behind password security is straightforward: longer passwords

A Message From the IS&T Helen Norris, CIO

May 2, 2024 by | IS&T

As the Spring semester comes to an end, I would like to take this opportunity to share some of the achievements and challenges of the Information Services and Technology (IS&T) department and express my gratitude to the campus community for your support and partnership. We have successfully completed numerous projects aligned with the campus strategic

How to Submit a Service Request to IS&T

May 1, 2024 by | IS&T

The IS&T Service Desk team has observed a significant increase in the number of tickets being submitted through email. This method, while convenient for submitting requests, does not support efficient sorting of tickets. As a result, this can lead to prolonged resolution times as prioritizing and addressing issues effectively becomes more challenging. To enhance the

Beware of the Latest iPhone Password Reset Scam

March 28, 2024 by | IS&T

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

Protect Yourself: Recognizing the Manager Impersonation Scam

March 27, 2024 by | IS&T

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

Are you looking for a Job? Read this!

March 18, 2024 by | IS&T

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

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