June 18, 2021
This summer we will be writing weekly posts with a “public vs. private” theme. The first post in the series pointed to our Managing Secrets Risk Advisory. An important concept in data security and privacy is encryption. Encryption is the process of encoding data and/or communications so that only authorized parties can access them, keeping…
June 4, 2021
Are your out of office (OOO) messages giving away too much information? Keep in mind that cyber criminals and other adversaries may use OOO messages for social engineering or spear phishing attacks. Read the linked article from Security Intelligence for more information, and if you’re going on a trip, check out our Tips for Traveling…
February 5, 2021
Anti-virus software can help protect PCs, Macs, laptops, and smartphones from various forms of malware, but it must be kept up to date. Running anti-virus on your devices can be an important part of safeguarding your personal and UW institutional data. Members of the UW community can install a free version of Sophos anti-virus for…
October 9, 2020
“Securing Devices at Home and Work” is the theme for Week 3 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The following OIS events and training materials may help you safeguard your personal and UW data, whether you’re in the office or in your living room. OIS events in October Securing Laptops Risk Advisory Working Remotely online training More…
September 28, 2020
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month Events listed are for members of the UW community. Watch this space for additional announcements and links. Email malbin@uw.edu for Zoom links. Week 4: Securing Internet-Connected Devices in Healthcare Monday 10/19, 2:00-3:00 Digital Threat: Ransomware Presented by Cindy Jenkins, Senior Security Engineer, UW Medicine IT Services Audience: All members of…