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  • Security Incident Involving Qualtrics Account Prompts Additional Safeguards 

    Beth Varcho | October 8, 2026
    Ohio State is responding to a recent security incident involving a compromised Qualtrics account that was used to distribute phishing messages to university and external recipients. The incident was identified on Sept. 27, when Qualtrics detected suspicious activity and automatically disabled the affected account. An initial review determined that an unauthorized individual gained access to the...
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  • Explore Leadership and AI Governance During Cybersecurity Month

    Beth Varcho | October 8, 2026
    Cybersecurity Awareness Month is an opportunity to build skills, learn from experts and better understand the technologies shaping higher education. This month, Ohio State is partnering with the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) to offer virtual learning opportunities focused on two of the most important topics facing higher education today: artificial intelligence governance and cybersecurity...

  • Strengthen Your Skills During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

    Beth Varcho | September 21, 2026
    Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, and protecting Ohio State’s people, data and technology requires participation from everyone. This October, The Ohio State University is partnering with the Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) to offer a month of virtual events designed to help faculty, staff and students strengthen their cybersecurity knowledge and prepare for emerging challenges. The month...
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  • New BuckeyePass Security Check for Unusual Sign-In Activity

    Beth Varcho | September 17, 2026
    Ohio State is updating BuckeyePass multi-factor authentication (MFA) service to provide additional protection when unusual sign-in activity is detected. The change is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 23 and is designed to help reduce the risk of unauthorized access to your university account and data. Most people will continue to use Duo as they do today and will not notice any difference during...
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  • Congratulations! Amazon Recognizes OTDI for Innovation and Technology Leadership

    Beth Varcho | September 17, 2026
    The Ohio State University has been recognized as a 2026 AWS Champion, an honor that highlights the university's continued commitment to innovation, collaboration and the strategic use of technology to support teaching, learning, research and operations. The recognition by Amazon Web Service (AWS) celebrates organizations that are making a meaningful impact through technology and sharing their...
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