I.T. News for 12/18/23
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EmailI.T. News for 12/18/23
Antimalware / Antivirus is available for Student use.
Students can purchase a discounted home version of ESET security software through the On The Hub portal. Having antimalware installed and functional is a best security practice to protect your computer and data, and helps to ensure the progression of your research and academic pursuits.
Android Phone Users should Apply Updates As Soon as Possible
Google’s December 2023 security update release for Android includes fixes for more than 80 vulnerabilities, including a zero-click critical vulnerability that can be exploited to remotely execute code with no additional privileges. Three other vulnerabilities include critical flaws that could lead to remote code execution and information disclosure.
Phishing Campaigns Targeting Users
Recently users have received emails about online purchases they never made. The email includes a list of the the products allegedly purchased and the price paid, and a number to call where they can dispute the purchase / charge, so the supposed vendor can issue a credit or refund for the purchase. . The email is a an attempt to get you to call the number and reveal your credit card number, I would recommend checking with the credit card company or bank to get the details of charges and contact information for vendors with which you have placed orders to avoid fraud, additionally it's a good idea to document disputes or fraud with the bank or credit card companies to ensure they know that there may be fraudulent activity on your account, and can stop it early.
