Security Awareness

The Office of Information Security and Privacy (OISP) in the Office of Technology Services (OTS) provides Cybersecurity Awareness resources for Towson University.

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Security Best Practices

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  • Trust your instincts.鈥疘f something feels suspicious, or too good to be true, it probably is. 
  • Take your time.鈥疶hink before responding to urgent requests. 
  • When in doubt, consult.鈥疶alk with your supervisor or contact the Office of Information Security and Privacy through . 
  • Report it. Forward suspicious email to鈥�, then delete. If you think your account has been compromised, let us know immediately through. Learn more. 

Multi-Factor Authentication

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Getting Duo prompts you didn鈥檛 request? These are called MFA Bombing/Fatigue Attacks. Follow these best practices: 

  • Never approve Duo MFA prompts you didn鈥檛 initiate. 
  • Report repeated, unsolicited MFA notifications immediately through鈥�. 
  • If you continue to receive unexpected authentication requests, contact the鈥疧TS Tech Support Desk. 

Password Security

Cybercriminals have developed sophisticated programs to guess your passwords. To protect yourself, it is important to create a strong password that cannot be easily hacked. Refer to 91影视破解版's password guidelines when creating a Towson University NetID or other online password.

Phishing

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Online Meeting Security

Follow the  and  security guidelines, which include including specifics for hosting meetings, and settings to consider before, when scheduling, and during meetings.

Confidential/sensitive online meetings:

  • Follow the above security guidelines. 
  • Be extra diligent about protecting 91影视破解版 confidential data.
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  • Ensure the meeting is password protected, which requires participants to enter a password to join.
  • Confirm meeting topics or calendar invites do not include any sensitive information.
  • Make sure sensitive meetings are not recorded. Instructional meetings may be recorded with prior consent. 

Security Checks

Use these from the National Cybersecurity Alliance to better secure your online accounts and digital devices and keep your data safe.