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Cyber Security

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

The internet can be a dark and spooky place. Malware, identity theft, phishing and other tricks can steal your time, money, and even your identity. The Department of Information Technology is here to bring you technology treats throughout the month of October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a great time to learn about the need for computer security, your role in keeping your devices and applications secure, and tips for protecting your identity and the university's data. Each week, the Department of Information  Technology will share a critical aspect of cyber security on the web, on campus and in direct email communications. At the end of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Seton Hall community will have a chance to put their cybersecurity knowledge to the test!

Seton Hall students, faculty, and administrators can challenge their cybersecurity awareness by taking a quiz based on the weekly email topics from the Department of Information Technology. Completing the quiz not only boosts your security know-how but also enters you for a chance to win Apple Airpods Pro 2. The quiz will be available during the last week of Cybersecurity Awareness Month and throughout November. One entry per participant.

Take the Cybersecurity Month Awareness Quiz

Cybersecurity Awareness Month Topics

 

Password written on a post-it note

Week 1: Two-Factor Authentication

  • Add an extra layer of security to your account.
  • Authenticate in one click by setting up the "push" option.
  • Prevent hackers from gaining access to your account, even if they know your password.
  • Always check the information on the push screen before approving.
  • When in doubt, click deny.

Secure Your Account

malware

Week 2: Malware

  • Never click on a link contained in a suspicious email.
  • Use your computer's virus protection software to scan any removable media you insert into your computer.
  • Never uninstall or disable your computer's virus protection software.
  • Alert the Service Desk about virus and malware threats you have received.

Prevent Malware

The word password on a post-it note.

Week 3: Passwords

  • Use at least 14 characters; the more characters, the better.
  • Don't re-use the same password on multiple websites or accounts.
  • Make your password easy for you to remember but hard for someone else to guess. Picking letters from a phrase that's meaningful to you may be the source for a good password.
  • Never provide your password over e-mail or based on an e-mail request. Any e-mail that requests your password is almost certainly a fraud.
  • Protect any recorded passwords. Be careful where you store the passwords that you record or write down. 

Strong Passwords

Protecting your Identity

Week 4: Identity Theft

  • Do not leave wallets, purses or other items that may contain personal information where others have access to them.
  • Do not connect to any insecure wireless networks from your smart phone , tablet or handheld devices.
  • Be aware of your surroundings when using ATM machines or retail kiosks.
  • Create safe and secure passwords.

Protect your Identity

Phishing

Week 5: Phishing

  • Be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls, visits or email messages from individuals who ask about employees or other internal information.
  • Never click on a link in a suspicious email. Phishing sites typically ask for your credit card or other confidential information.
  • Never respond to requests for personal information via email.
  • Only visit websites by typing the URL into your address bar or using your favorites.
  • Check to make sure that websites that require confidential information use encryption.

Protect your Data

Cybersecurity Programs and Resources at Seton Hall University

Seton Hall University is proud to offer a wealth of academic programs, events and resources to prepare students for a successful career in cybersecurity and to further strengthen this in-demand skillset among experienced professionals.