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Defending the Digital Realm: Recognizing and Reporting Phishing Attacks for Enhanced Online Security Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Week 4

October 18, 2023 by | IS&T

In today’s interconnected digital landscape, phishing attacks have become a pervasive threat, constantly evolving to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information or falling victim to various scams. Recognizing and reporting phishing attempts is crucial for safeguarding personal information and protecting others from these insidious cybercrimes. This blog delves into how individuals can recognize and report

Boost Security and Performance: The Crucial Role of Regular Software Updates Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Week 3

October 12, 2023 by | IS&T

Software updates are pivotal in enhancing security, fixing vulnerabilities, and ensuring your systems run smoothly. Ignoring them can expose your devices to various risks, including cyber threats and reduced performance. Keeping your operating system, applications, and antivirus software up to date is essential to maintaining a secure and efficient digital environment.    When it comes to

Mastering Passwords: Keeping Your Digital World Secure and Accessible Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Week 2

October 4, 2023 by | IS&T

Think of passwords as the guardians of your digital fortress. Just as you protect your physical keys, safeguarding your passwords is paramount.  Dealing with password creation, storage, and recollection can be a hassle in our online lives. However, it is crucial to recognize that passwords are the initial barrier against cyber threats and data breaches.

Quishing: A New Cyber Threat

October 2, 2023 by | IS&T

Quishing, a combination of “QR code” and “phishing,” represents a growing cybersecurity menace that exploits QR codes to entice individuals into disclosing confidential information. What is Quishing?  Quishing is the process of directing an end user to a fraudulent website through a QR code. The design of QR codes makes it impossible for the user

PantherBot Chatbot is Now Integrated with Canvas

September 29, 2023 by | IS&T

We are thrilled to announce the integration of the PantherBot Chatbot into Canvas (web version only), our learning management system. This strategic partnership aims to create a seamless experience for students, faculty, and staff, enabling them to access vital information and support like never before. With the integration of the PantherBot into Canvas, we are

Unlocking Security: The Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Week 1

September 27, 2023 by | IS&T

Multi-factor authentication (MFA), also known as two-factor authentication (2FA) or two-step verification, is a security mechanism that requires users to provide two or more different authentication factors before they can access a system, account, or application. These authentication factors fall into three main categories:  Something You Know: This is typically a password or PIN only

Fortifying Your Digital Armor: A Cybersecurity Awareness Month Blog Series Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Coming

September 25, 2023 by | IS&T

October is not just about falling leaves and pumpkin spice lattes; it is also Cybersecurity Awareness Month! This annual event is a crucial reminder of the ever-present need for digital security in our rapidly evolving technological landscape. To celebrate this important occasion, we are excited to kick off a series of weekly blogs covering essential

Update Now: Apple Patches Security Flaw That Allows Device Takeover

September 11, 2023 by | IS&T

According to Yahoo, Apple has released a critical iOS 16 security update for iPhones and iPads to patch a particularly malicious bug that could allow a hacker to take over your device with no action on your part. The “zero-click, zero-day” exploit allows attackers to install NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware, which could let them read

Join Eduroam Wi-Fi for Fast and Reliable Internet Access

August 25, 2023 by | IS&T

Eduroam is a secure, global Wi-Fi roaming service that provides Chapman University students, faculty, and staff with easy and secure internet access. Why Choose Eduroam? Easy, fast access:  Once you have set up Eduroam, your device will automatically connect to the network whenever you are in range. Connection speeds are faster on Eduroam than our guest

Heightened Cybersecurity Concerns Impacting LinkedIn Accounts

August 21, 2023 by | IS&T

A surge of targeted cyberattacks is affecting LinkedIn, leading to a substantial number of accounts being either locked for security reasons or seized by malicious actors. As disclosed in a recent report from Cyberint, numerous LinkedIn users have raised concerns regarding the compromise of their accounts or being locked out, with an added challenge of

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