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Everyone can help make themselves safer online! #becybersmart

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We are in the 3rd week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Our tip for the week is:

UPDATE YOUR SOFTWARE

Share your top 'excuse' for putting off software updates here!

#BeCyberSmart

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Thank you for putting this together - we had a great time!

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@TenableSecurity @Infoblox @StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Bears, Beets, Battlestar Galactica

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov I would recommend getting a mentor who works in the field so that you have someone to talk over current events in cyber. Studying for an attaining a certification is a great way to show that you are serious. Personally, I like security+

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@Infoblox @TenableSecurity @StaySafeOnline @CISAgov We are all big fans here too :)

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Physical security is another important topic when it comes to cybersecurity. Our security is only as good as the lock on our front door.

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov I think we've all been guilty of this blunder! The main reason is that malicious third parties may already know how to compromised the un-updated version of the software. Keeping your software updated keeps it patched with up to date security!

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov If an email is sent from a domain that does not match the business, has typos, and/or is demanding a task be done immediately (without checking with someone) can be an attempt to phish. We ask that our community report these to our help desk.https://t.co/L5g2mUeacf

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov SMS MFA is known to have weaknesses. Protocols that use biometrics like fingerprints in combination with another factor, such as a physical token make an excellent team.

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@TenableSecurity @StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Whenever it is possible to use a meme from The Office it is mandatory to do so.

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov MFA is essential because of how common impersonation attacks are and how frequently password compromises occur. MFA is said to prevent 99.9% of these attacks from being successful.

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@IrisIDProtect @StaySafeOnline @CISAgov nicely stated 😂

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov A3: I recently read a very helpful article geared at folks who want more information on how password managers work. https://t.co/Tt9gMSoaEC

One of my key takeaways was that your browser's built in password manager may not be enough.

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Using a password manager to create unique and complex passwords is an easy way to come up with new, secure passwords. Be sure that your password is long, includes symbols, uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers.

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@StaySafeOnline @CISAgov Technology alone can't do everything. Individuals are needed to use MFA and strong password practices. They can also help by changing the default passwords on their routers.

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Merrimack College Office of Information Technology encourages you to #BeCyberSmart

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Mina's working this morning. Can't enough positive things about our student workforce!

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What? You forgot that it's Friday, Merrimack Spirit day? Rain or shine, local or remote. Go Mack!

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Mom always said, "1) Nothing good happens outside the house after 1am, and 2) The only thing you'll ever find in your SPAM folder is trouble."

If you think you're missing email, call us. We're safer than your SPAM folder.