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Duo: Sound the Alarm
Users play a crucial role in defending against cybercriminals. When your password is stolen, a hacker will try to use it to gain unauthorized, criminal access to University protected systems and information. Duo serves as a second line of defense, but only with your help. Hackers will attempt to trick you into authenticating a login on their behalf. We’re sharing common attacks to be aware of, how to detect them, and what to do if you are subject to an attack.
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Essential Security
Good judgement remains your best defense against IT security threats. These IT security guides and resources can provide you with the awareness and knowledge to thwart rather than aid an attack.
Announcements & Alerts
Tax Season Phishing Scams
Tax season is upon us, making it an opportune time for scammers to attempt to defraud you. Cybercriminals frequently disguise themselves as Payroll offices/officials by sending emails that contain calls for action, such as requests for you to verify tax information, update direct deposit accounts, print and cash checks, and/or visit a website that is […]
[Read More]Duo: Sound the Alarm
Users play a crucial role in defending against cybercriminals. When your password is stolen, a hacker will try to use it to gain unauthorized, criminal access to University protected systems and information. Duo serves as a second line of defense, but only with your help. Hackers will attempt to trick you into authenticating a login […]
[Read More]How to Catch a Thief with Duo
“Credential thieves” find ways to steal usernames and passwords all the time. Whether a thief tricks you into providing your login information, or they hack a system, once a bad actor has what they need, your information and entire systems are at risk. Duo, the multi-factor authentication application used at UConn, can stop a thief […]
[Read More]Employment Scams
Have you received an unsolicited job offer? Cybercriminals target students promising jobs and compensation. Often sent via email, students are routinely offered fake employment opportunities that are designed to steal your money, or lead to other harmful consequences. Common signs of employment scams: An e-mail that states “Message sent from a system outside of UConn” […]
[Read More]LastPass Incident
1/12/23 – Recently, LastPass, a password manager, has been in the news due to a compromise they experienced in 2022.
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