The Internal Revenue Service warns of an ongoing IRS-impersonation scam that appears to primarily target educational institutions, including students and staff who have “.edu” email addresses.
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.
Looking for some gamification to spice up your life?
How does “gamification” make learning fun, while making you feel good? Why is it important and how is it connected to an upcoming campus rollout?
Beware of these income tax scams in 2021
Learn to recognize and protect yourself from tax scams that are already being reported this year.
Our New Year’s Resolution: Improve our IT security posture
We are not immune to things going on in the rest of the world. Criminal hackers are well funded and becoming more sophisticated. So what can IT departments do to be more secure?
Cybersecurity Forward, With A COVID Twist
This year’s event offered 15 webinars with technical, strategic and practical information on how you and your organization can be more cybersecure. Missed out? You can watch the presentations at any time.
What’s On The Horizon In Cybersecurity At UW–Madison?
Cybersecurity training for faculty, staff and students will look a little different next year as the Office of Cybersecurity continues its full-court press to protect our information, systems and data.
Key Players In Cybersecurity Initiatives Honored at Cybersecurity Awareness Month Event
For their wide-ranging efforts to protect UW–Madison’s cyberspace and take proactive steps to enhance cybersecurity, 10 university employees received honors.
Learn How To Protect Your Cyberspace
“Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.” Join the Office of Cybersecurity Oct 26 for a panel discussion about personal accountability in cyberspace.
Beware of scams targeting students
Learn about job-related scams and other phishing attempts that target students, and find out how to identify them.
Protect yourself from COVID-19 contact tracing scams
Learn from the Federal Trade Commission about COVID-19 contact tracing scams and how to protect yourself from them.