ITS Cybersecurity eNews

Welcome to ITS Cybersecurity eNews | May 2022 | Issue 4

Protecting Yourself Against Cyber Threats

The problem: Threats in the form of phishing attempts are a harsh reality in today's digital world. How do you protect yourself?

The solution: Increased awareness is needed by everyone. Information Technology Services (ITS) took steps to secure university email and remove spam from certain senders. You can take steps to improve your cybersecurity.

In this issue, we focus on two key areas surrounding phishing:

1) How to spot and safeguard yourself

2) What to do if you suspect you've inadvertently fallen for a phishing attack

How to Spot a Phishing Email

This graphic points out suspicious elements of a phishing attempt via email.

How to Safeguard Yourself

ONLY click links or open attachments from sources you know

Be cautious with emails and texts received, especially if you are not expecting them

BLOCK/DELETE any suspicious emails and texts received

ONLY approve DUO requests that YOU have initiated. When in doubt, verify the origin of the request.

Set up 2-step verification on any of your personal email accounts

Avoid public WiFi, or immediately connect to FGCU's VPN after connecting to an open WiFi network

What to Do If Hacked or Suspect You Were

1) Shut down the device

2) Contact the Help Desk immediately (see contact info below)

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Bottom line: When it comes to protecting yourself against possible threats, it's always safe to lean on the side of extra caution. Remember to take a breath before clicking to think through the signs of a suspicious email or text and then act accordingly.

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Need to Report an Issue or Have a Question?

Contact the University Help Desk:

helpdesk@fgcu.edu or 239.590.1188

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