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Beware of Phishing Scams

jmastro — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:20:04 +0000

The UF community is a prime target for phishing scams. Scammers are constantly adapting their tactics to bypass our filters.User awareness is key. To protect your identity:NEVER respond to email asking for your personal information, even if appears to come from UF IT workers.

NEVER follow links found in email. Manually enter the web site name or use your favorite search engine.

NEVER provide your password to ANYONE.

ACT IMMEDIATELY. First change your password, then contact the UF Helpdesk at 352.392.HELP or helpdesk@ufl.edu.

REPORT PHISHING SCAMS to abuse@ufl.edu.

Up-to-date scam information:

http://infosec.ufl.edu/blog/category/advisories

More about phishing: http://infosec.ufl.edu/athome/phishing.shtml

Are You Sure That is Legal? File Sharing May Violate Copyright Law

webmaster — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 02:36:05 +0000

UF is receiving an increased number of copyright complaints, especially from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Many complaints identify content shared using BitTorrent, among other file-sharing software. It is a violation of federal and state law to copy content for which you do not have a license. Copyright violations detected at UF are subject to UF disciplinary action and may result in criminal action.

See the UF IT Security Copyright Information page at https://infosec.ufl.edu/copyright/ for more information

Computer Security Tools & Guidelines

jmastro — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 16:10:26 +0000

The UF IT Security Team would like to welcome all new and returning students. To learn ways to protect your computer and personal data, visit our Web site http://infosec.ufl.edu/athome.

McAfee VirusScan is available *FREE* to all UF students, faculty and staff. Download it now! http://www.software.ufl.edu/mcafee/.

For guidelines on filesharing & downloading music, movies, etc., please see http://infosec.ufl.edu/copyright/.

So that we might serve you better, please take a minute to complete our end-user survey at

http://www.questionpro.com/akira/TakeSurvey?id=567135.

The UF IT security team thanks you for being aware and responsible.

UF Computing Help Desk is Hiring

jmastro — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 12:52:23 +0000

Need a job? The UF Computing Help Desk is hiring! We are looking for undergraduate students available this summer with a minimum GPA of 2.5. If you have great customer service skills and a strong work ethic, we encourage you to apply. Basic computers skills are not necessary, but preferred. Please pick up an application at 132 Hub or visit http://helpdesk.ufl.edu. Applications are due by 5:00pm on Friday, May 18 in 132 Hub.

Computer Safety For Everyone: Free Workshop April 24th

jmastro — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 13:53:36 +0000

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement and SecureFlorida.org are bringing a free, half-day seminar on safe computing practices to the UF Reitz Union. C-SAFE: Cyber-Security Awareness for Everyone.

This awarding-winning seminar is geared toward the every-day computer user to teach ways for users to protect their identity, finances and other sensitive data. Topics include viruses, worms and spyware; how to handle e-mail spam, fraud and hoaxes; identity theft, and passwords; and additional security information about networks and firewalls.

This is a free seminar but pre-registration is required. For more information, please see www.SecureFlorida.org .

Video Contest

jmastro — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 02:31:09 +0000

Win cash, gain experience and earn recognition with one short video! The EDUCAUSE/Internet2 Computer and Network Security Task Force, with the help of The Research Channel, is conducting a contest in search of short computer security awareness videos developed by college students for college students. Winners will receive cash prizes, their videos will be featured on the Security Task Force Web site (www.educause.edu/security), and the videos may be utilized in campus security awareness campaigns.

Cash prizes (2 each):
Gold – $1000
Silver – $800
Bronze – $400

The deadline is March 15, 2007. Contest information can be found: http://www.educause.edu/SecurityVideoContest2007
Good Luck!

For UF computer security information visit: http://infosec.ufl.edu

IT Security Awareness Video Contest

jmastro — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 15:31:57 +0000

Win cash, gain experience and earn recognition with one short video. The EDUCAUSE/Internet2 Computer and Network Security Task Force, with the help of The Research Channel, is conducting a contest in search of short computer security awareness videos developed by college students for college students. Winners will receive cash prizes, their videos will be featured on the Security Task Force Web site www.educause.edu/security, and the videos may be utilized in campus security awareness campaigns.

Cash prizes (2 each):
Gold – $1000
Silver – $800
Bronze – $400

Deadline: March 15, 2007
Contest information can be found: http://www.educause.edu/SecurityVideoContest2007
For UF computer security information visit: http://infosec.ufl.edu

Be Safe Online

jmastro — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 14:56:24 +0000

Welcome!

The UF IT Security Team would like to welcome all new and returning students. To learn ways to protect your computer and personal data, visit our website http://infosec.ufl.edu/athome. McAfee VirusScan is available *FREE* to all UF students, faculty and staff. Download it now! http://www.software.ufl.edu/mcafee/ So that we might serve you better, please take a minute to complete our end-user survey at http://www.questionpro.com/akira/TakeSurvey?id=567135 . The UF IT security team thanks you for being aware and responsible.

IT Security Awareness Video Contest

jmastro — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 14:55:33 +0000

Win cash, gain experience and earn recognition with one short video!
The EDUCAUSE/Internet2 Computer and Network Security Task Force, with the help of The Research Channel, is conducting a contest in search of short computer security awareness videos developed by college students for college students. Winners will receive cash prizes, their videos will be featured on the Security Task Force Web site (www.educause.edu/security), and the videos may be utilized in campus security awareness campaigns.

Cash prizes (2 each):
Gold – $1000
Silver – $800
Bronze – $400

Deadline: March 15, 2007. Contest information can be found: http://www.educause.edu/SecurityVideoContest2007. For UF more on computer security information, visit: http://infosec.ufl.edu

Free Virus Scan Software

jmastro — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 20:47:42 +0000

McAfee VirusScan is available *FREE* to all UF students, faculty and staff. Download it now! http://www.software.ufl.edu/mcafee/.

The UF IT security team thanks you for being aware and responsible.