News: Cybersecurity

  • Don't Let Phishing Spoil Your Day

    Alison Landefeld | November 30, 2023
    In today's digital world, phishing scams are a constantly growing threat to individuals and organizations like Ohio State. These deceptive schemes often involve malicious actors crafting emails or text messages that mimic legitimate communications from reputable sources, like banks, credit card companies, or even the university, to steal information. Phishing scams can also lead victims to downlo...

  • New Ways to Use BuckeyePass

    Alison Landefeld | October 31, 2023
    BuckeyePass, powered by Duo Security, is Ohio State’s method of multi-factor authentication (MFA), assisting in keeping our systems safe and helping us stay ahead of security threats. New passkey authentication methods are now available, making it easier than ever to access the systems you need. Passkeys offer faster, easier, and more secure sign-ins to our systems protected by BuckeyePass. ...
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  • New AI Achievement and Activities in Cybersecurity for You

    Alison Landefeld | October 12, 2023
    Have you considered using artificial intelligence (AI), especially generative AI like ChatGPT, for your work or academic assignments? Before wielding these innovative programs, make sure you know how to use it ethically and safely. Cybersecurity for You (C4U) has just released a special achievement all about AI. The achievement, “Aye, Aye, A.I.!”, features five brand-new activities to ...

  • New AI-Focused Activities in C4U

    Alison Landefeld | September 19, 2023
    Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world around us, and its presence in higher education is likely going to transform the way we teach and learn. To help faculty, staff, and students navigate this new landscape, Cybersecurity for You (C4U) has just released two brand-new activities on generative AI technologies. One new activity, titled “OSU & You: Where Doe...

  • Cybersecurity for You: New Activities Released, Students Join the Platform

    Alison Landefeld | August 17, 2023
    The start of the next academic year is rapidly approaching. Before things get too hectic, make sure you take steps to protect your digital life by exploring the new activities and a brand-new achievement in the Cybersecurity for You (C4U) awareness platform. C4U is also proud to announce that students are now able to access the platform. New Achievement and Activities A new schoo...

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