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October 5, 2020
Every October in recognition of Cyber Security Awareness month, the Information Security team ramps up our awareness efforts to educate the campus community on the online dangers that we face every day. This includes offering simple and effective advice on how students, staff, and faculty can protect themselves and the University.
May 20, 2020
You have probably heard the phrases “change your password often” or “use strong passwords” from a colleague, a friend or a family member. You may have even been told to “use passphrases instead”. But why are these simple rules important to consider when you create or update a password?
May 1, 2020
There are plenty of reasons to hate passwords. A recent Ponemon Institute study provides some insights into why many people have developed what has become known as password fatigue:
January 30th, 2019
May 1, 2018
Your passwords are the key to a host of information about you, and potentially those close to you. If someone can access your personal information, it can have serious long-term effects—and not just online! Follow these recommendations from the World Password Day website to protect your identity while making the Internet more secure for everyone:
May 1, 2017
A password is often all that stands between you and sensitive data. It’s also often all that stands between a cybercriminal and your account. Below are tips to help you create stronger passwords, manage them more easily, and take one further step to protect against account theft.