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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Beware of phishing emails circulating on campus with subject of: "Your Office-Lite Token" and appears to be from Carleton University. This is a phishing email and it should be deleted immediately. Do not reply to the message, do not click on the link in the body and do not provide your email and/or account information.... More
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Banks use comprehensive safeguards to protect the integrity and security of your information and financial transactions. If you choose to bank online you need to do the same. Here are some tips to bank safely: Pick a strong password. Online Banking passwords must be unique and complex. It is highly recommended that you change... More
Thursday, March 15, 2018
We want to remind you to change your MyCarletonOne password at least once per term. It’s also good practice to change your personal passwords regularly. Remember, you are responsible for the safety of your own accounts. Never share your password with others and never respond to email requests for your password, even if the... More
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
Beware of phishing emails circulating on campus with subject of: "Part-Time Personal Assistant Needed" and appears to be from other Carleton Students. This is a phishing email and it should be deleted immediately. Do not reply to the message, do not click on the link in the body and do not provide your email and/or account... More
Thursday, February 1, 2018
The increased use of mobile technologies allows users to access and use sensitive University data from any location. There are a wide variety of smartphones and tablet computers that can process and store data. To protect this data, the University must ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place and maintained. Here are eight controls... More
Monday, January 8, 2018
If you receive an email message asking you to provide your userid and password, do not respond to it. This is a phishing email and should be deleted immediately. Phishing is the criminal process of attempting to gather personal information such as userids, passwords, and credit or banking details. If you have already responded... More
Monday, December 4, 2017
Please beware of spam/phishing emails circulating on campus with subject of: "MetroFax message from "5143352227" - 7 page(s)." This is spam. Please disregard and delete immediately. Do not reply to the message, do not click on the link in the body and do not provide your email and/or account information. If you have already clicked... More
Friday, December 1, 2017
Theft on campus accounts for tens of thousands of dollars worth of personal and university property loss every year. Along with the financial burden comes the loss of valuable personal and academic information. To protect your laptop: Most laptop theft occurs when devices are left unattended. To prevent laptop theft: Never leave your laptop... More
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Please beware of phishing emails circulating on campus with subject of: "Re-validate Your Account Now" and appears to be from IT Department. This is a phishing attempt / email and it should be deleted immediately. Do not reply to the message, do not click on the link in the body and do not provide your email... More
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Be wary of unsolicited email that asks for personal information, or tries to convince you to click on a web link to update personal information. These are often phishing emails. How can you tell if an email is a phishing attempt? It asks you for your password or directs you to a webform asking... More
Monday, October 30, 2017
Cyber Security Awareness Month is coming to an end. Our month-long campaign was designed to help you better understand the cyber threats you face online and the simple steps you can take to minimize those risks. Simple things like: Knowing how to spot suspicious emails Creating secure passwords Protecting your mobile devices Staying safe on... More
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Taking control of your own cyber security begins with understanding one simple fact: that the Internet can be a hazardous place. Whether you're banking, connecting with friends, working, or just passing the time, when you're online you are never alone. Just as you'd watch your back, your family, and your belongings in a busy... More
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