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Information Security and IT Compliance News
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Data Storage Locations
Feb 14, 2024Due to the secure nature of OneDrive, and the protections in place to secure all university data, we highly recommend that you only store information related to work or school in OneDrive.Full story -
Tips for Recognizing and Preventing a Cyber Attack
Feb 14, 2024Cybercriminals have many ways of infiltrating our systems, and while that makes us uneasy, there are ways to recognize and prevent attacks from happening. This article includes tips on how you can prevent and recognize when a malicious actor has obtained access or information from your systems.Full story -
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New Way to Report Phishing Using Your Mobile Phone
Feb 14, 2024The university has seen an increase in smishing and phishing attempts. Reporting suspicious emails and text messages is easier than ever from both your computer and your phone. To report a suspicious email to be reviewed by one of our security experts, follow these directions on our website.Full story -
MS Copilot Security
Feb 14, 2024Microsoft Copilot is an AI tool that can help you save time and improve productivity and is now approved for use through our university licensing. Copilot combines the generative AI capabilities of Bing Chat with commercial data protection. This means user and business data is protected and will not leak outside of our organization, prompts and responses are not saved, no one at Microsoft can view chats, and data is not used to train the underlying large language model (LLM).Full story -
How to Report an IT Incident
Dec 14, 2023Realizing an IT security incident has occurred can be stressful, that’s why we make it easy to report an incident. Constant threats impacting our day-to-day lives can be stressful, and there are times when an IT threat catches you off guard and you give the malicious actor details you wouldn’t normally give. When this occurs, it is important to report the incident as soon as possible.Full story -
Protect Your Device When Traveling
Dec 14, 2023If you plan on working remotely when you travel to a new location outside of your regular office space, there are several IT security risks and precautions you should be aware of. Review these five tips for traveling with your laptop and visit our protect your device wile traveling webpage for more recommendations.Full story -
The Friday Afternoon Dilemma
Dec 14, 2023Friday afternoon is a time to look forward to a break and think about fun weekend plans. Watch out for malicious actors who realize that people’s guards are down and are less vigilant when it comes to phishing, vishing, and other scams that are in a malicious actor’s wheelhouse. Remember to stay vigilant in monitoring security threats.Full story -
Stolen Devices
Dec 14, 2023Staying alert and keep your devices locked up so that you can protect your devices and the sensitive data stored in them. You might think it will be easy to answer emails in your car in the parking lot of the mall or in the driveway of your family member’s house, but when you do that there is a risk associated with it.Full story -
New Skillsoft Security Awareness Course Requirement Reminder
Dec 1, 2023The University of Colorado now requires university employees to complete the Information Security Awareness Skillsoft training every two years to help maintain proper campus security safeguards. If you have not completed the course training within the past two years, remember to complete this new systemwide requirement.Full story -
Stay Safe from Social Engineering
Oct 17, 2023Social Engineering can take on many forms. One of them we are all too familiar with is phishing. Other examples might include baiting, pretexting, tailgating, and honeytraps. These tactics are well rehearsed and executed, so if you find yourself in a situation where you believe you are being targeted by social engineering, take a deep breath, and think before you act.Full story -
Protect Research Data
Oct 17, 2023It is more important than ever to protect data - research data and other sensitive data in particular - must be protected in accordance with data classification requirements. Learn more about implementing simple measures to help protect research participants' information and the university.Full story -
Be Aware of Holiday Scams
Oct 17, 2023It is that time of year - be sure you are vigilant in being aware of holidays scams. Do your research before you donate to charities, be on the look out for phishing emails, protect your credit card data.Full story -
Protecting Your Data
Aug 17, 2023The best way to safeguard your data from malicious actors is to learn situational awareness. Steps include enabling MFA on every account, storing university information in university approved and secured storage locations, and safeguarding your personal information.Full story -
Responding to a Data Breach
Aug 17, 2023There are a number of resources available to help protect sensitive information that may have been obtained during a data breach. Learn more about reporting a security incident and ways to protect your identity.Full story -
New Easy Way to Report Phishing Messages
Jun 15, 2023Phishing poses one of the biggest threats to the university and attackers are constantly changing tactics. A new "Report Phishing" button has been enabled in Microsoft Outlook that makes it easy to report phishing attempts.Full story -
Artificial Intelligence
Jun 15, 2023Primary security concerns with AI at the university include attackers deliberately injecting false information to compromise the integrity of data in machine learning mode and uploading data into AI where it may remain permanently without appropriate university approved protections and security controls.Full story -
Security Best Practices: Patching
Apr 26, 2023Software updates fix security flaws that malware and hackers try to leverage to gain unauthorized access to your data. To protect your data, keep automatic updates on as well as those popups that apply patches to outdated systems.Full story -
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Apr 26, 2023Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs behind the scenes and is designed to have minimal impact to your workflow by running in the background and only alerting you when a risk is present. Installation of Microsoft Defender on university-owned devices is an additional step in a series of actions that has been taken to help protect our campuses from cybercriminal activity.Full story -
Information Security and IT Compliance
Feb 28, 2023Information Security and IT Compliance works to protect the university's information and data. Learn more about the work we do identifying threats, taking action to protect our assets, and minimizing organizational risk.Full story
ISIC News
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CAM Webinar
October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM). Our security team collaborated with Information Security Officers across the university on a roundtable webinar to answer your most pressing security related questions. You can find the recording below in case you missed it or would like to re-watch it. All the information discussed in the webinar is safe for public knowledge and compliant with IT security best practices.
Cybersecurity Roundtable: Phishing, Traveling, and Protecting Your Data Everywhere In Between