If you are contacted by someone claiming to be from the Treasury Department offering money in exchange for personal financial information or a charge of any kind please do not respond. These are scams.
Cybersecurity News
The Office of Cybersecurity manages the university’s risk-reduction efforts through data protection, ongoing diagnostics, cybersecurity awareness training and policies and procedures to safeguard intellectual property and sensitive information.
Sexual harassment training phishing scam
If you receive an email with the subject “Discrimination/Sexual Harassment Prevention Training” it’s probably a scam.
Watch for a Webex phishing attempt
Learn how to identify the Webex phishing attempt and what actions you should take if you receive it.
Scammers use COVID-19 to profit off of fear
Criminals are using our COVID-19 fears to attempt scams via email, US mail, text, and phone. Learn how to protect yourself!
Beware of COVID-19 phishing attempts and websites
It didn’t take long for cybercriminals to take advantage of the panic. Here are some tips to help avoid getting duped.
Call for Proposals: Cybersecurity Forward 2020 (formerly Lockdown)
With this new name, we are now seeking session proposals for the Cybersecurity Forward 2020 Conference. Deadline to submit: March 15.
Learn the basics of Qualys vulnerability scanning
Join the Office of Cybersecurity for a brown bag about the Qualys Vulnerability Management tool.
Data Privacy 101: What’s your digital footprint?
From posting a picture of your puppy on Instagram to swiping your rewards card at Chipotle, the things you do every day create a trail of data you may not have intended to leave.
Join us for Data Privacy Month Sessions
On Jan 23 and 29, panelists will discuss how to secure, store and protect your personal data, as well as regulatory compliance issues.
Cybersecurity response to world events: “Keep calm & carry on”
In the wake of the recent events with Iran, there has been significant discussion regarding the nature and potential impact of cybersecurity threats UW–Madison may be under.