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What is multifactor authentication and why is it important?

becybersmart ... What is Multifactor Authentication Multifactor authentication (MFA) is an electronic authentication method that requires the user to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a

Why keeping your software up to date is important for cybersecurity?

becybersmart ... Software updates are essential for maintaining the security and performance of your devices and applications. They can protect you from cyber threats, improve your user experience, and ensure

Travel Tips for Cyber Security

becybersmart ... Advice These guidelines are to help you while traveling, especially abroad. They are not intended to be legal advice. If you will be traveling to a country which you believe may be a high risk for

Technology and Device Security Essentials

becybersmart ... property as well Do your part, BeCyberSmart! Defend your Accounts and Devices Don’t use a U of I password on any other sites Use a password manager (like Keepass, 1Password, or Lastpass

Safe Online Shopping

becybersmart ... Stay safe, Vandals! Remain vigilant for hackers, scammers, and online thieves are trying to steal your personal and financial information while you shop, especially during holiday season. To help keep

Cyber Safety Tips

becybersmart ... 1. Avoid Phishing scams Take a pause – don’t open an email when it first arrives – malicious messages are sometimes cleaned up after delivery Emails that create a sense of urgency or seem too

Email Phishing FAQ

becybersmart ... Request security assistance Will Information Technology Services ever ask for a password? No! You will never be asked to provide private information by email including any of your account

How do I report a phishing message?

becybersmart ... Overview: If you receive a suspicious message, you can report it as suspicious. The OIT Security team will analyze the message and provide you with confirmation if the message is safe or not