Updates
Working from Home Security Tips
With a vast majority of the workforce working remotely, employees have an increased responsibility to protect the sensitive information they may access through the day. Here are some tips to secure your home office.
Always Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a login process that requires you to verify your identity in more than one way. Use MFA to ensure you’re the only person who can access your account, even if your password is stolen.
Safeguard your data through ISAC
UT Southwestern departments have a responsibility to ensure that the technology they acquire first meets security and compliance requirements and is approved by the Information Systems Acquisition Committee (ISAC), which governs the acquisitions of information systems, software, and related equipment.
Email is the #1 Cyber Attack
Attacks from cybercriminals often start with a phishing email. Malicious links (URLs) and attachments found in emails can lead you to dangerous sites, putting your data, computer, and the UTSW network at risk. Click carefully to better protect UTSW and our patients.
Phone Fatigue
"Nomophobia” or “no mobile phone phobia” is described as an overwhelming fear of not having access to a working cell phone. Symptoms are constantly checking for messages or notifications, phone use in inappropriate situations, and anxiety if no cell service is available.
Internet of Things (IoT)
Internet of Things (IoT) is a term for everyday devices that contain software, sensors, and network connectivity.
Wrong number
“Wrong number” text scammers send out a huge number of texts hoping to start a conversation with a potential victim.
Don't take the bait
Attacks from cybercriminals often start with a phishing email. Stay alert and don’t fall prey to these scams.
When is the last time you Googled yourself?
Search the internet to see what information about you is publicly available. These same resources are available to cybercriminals who can use what they find to target you.
Avoid falling prey to multifactor fatigue
A cyberattack gaining in popularity is “multifactor fatigue,” when numerous fraudulent push notifications are sent to the owner of a compromised account.