ransomware

FBI Alert: Expected Rise in Ransomware Against Healthcare Industry

Yesterday evening, the FBI announced a “credible threat” of cyberattacks against the healthcare and public health sector. Often, ransomware enters an organization through phishing emails from external senders and then propagates throughout the network once inside. ITS is taking this threat seriously and is increasing our security monitoring against known indicators of this threat.

You can stay safe by following these ...

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Can you teach an old password new tricks?

New Yorker password cartoon

If you’re struggling with password overload, you’re in good company. According to an ...

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“Are app developers watching my TikTok dances?” and other important questions

When you’ve been quarantining for several months, some things start to look more appealing, like attempting one of those TikTok dances and trying to best that old lady who is surprisingly spry for her age. 

But earlier this year, TikTok became the center of controversy on whether its developers...

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