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.
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Security Incident Involving Qualtrics Account Prompts Additional Safeguards
Explore Leadership and AI Governance During Cybersecurity Month
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 leadership.
Strengthen Your Skills During Cybersecurity Awareness Month
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.
New BuckeyePass Security Check for Unusual Sign-In Activity
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.
Congratulations! Amazon Recognizes OTDI for Innovation and Technology Leadership
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.
Think You Can Spot a Phish? Prove It and Win $100.
Ohio State is launching its first-ever Phish Tournament for October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Can you spot a phishing attack? If you see and report our phish, you earn points in Ohio State’s inaugural Phish Tournament. Top 100 finalists receive a $100 gift card.
AI-Assisted Coding Webinar for Technical Staff
AI-assisted coding is quickly changing how software is written, reviewed, and secured. The Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI) is hosting a Risk Management Series webinar that will help university technical staff use these tools with confidence, discipline, and the right safeguards.
Beware of Phishing Scams Impersonating Ohio State
Ohio State is aware of a phishing scam targeting students with emails that claim to be related to attorney-client privilege or account verification. Phishing scams usually ramp up when students return for fall classes. Like many phishing messages, the current scam attempts to create urgency and directs recipients to "verify" or log in to their Microsoft 365 account through an external link.
Call for Speakers: Big 10 Cybersecurity Awareness Virtual Events
The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) invites thought leaders, educators, and cybersecurity practitioners to submit speaking proposals for our October 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Month virtual event series.
Think Twice Before Granting App Permissions
Some third-party apps, browser extensions, and “study helper” tools ask for broad permissions to your CarmenCanvas account or personal device. While these applications promise convenience, granting access can put your personal data and Ohio State’s data at risk. Pay attention to what access you are giving an app to use your saved data and personal information.