What you can do

Follow these simple tips to protect your information and make them part of your routine. #BeUAlbanyCyberSmart.

Fight the Phish

Phishing emails remain one of the top threats. Report suspicious emails using the Phish Alert button. What's suspicious? Be especially alert for any request with an unusual sense of urgency for any personal information (password, credit card, etc.)

Some emails are annoying, such as unsolicited newsletters or advertisements, but are not malicious. Block these yourself instead of using Phish Alert.

Keep all devices updated and secured

Know how to manage the security setting and updates on your mobile devices, personally owned computers and UAlbany issued computers:

• UAlbany computers

• Personally owned computers

• Apple iPhone security and privacy

• Android phone security and privacy

2-Step with Duo

The University has seen a significant reduction in the number of compromised accounts since we began using 2-Step with Duo. Use these tips to make Duo as mobile as you are:

• Use the free Duo mobile app

• Enable "Trust Browser Option" in Duo

• Don't get locked out! 

  • Get a Duo Bypass Code

  • Add a secondary device

Secure your data

ITS provides Microsoft OneDrive, on-campus file storage and other methods to protect files and other important information.

Microsoft OneDrive has several options for sharing files securely.

Have strong passwords

Strong passwords are a critical way to protect your information.

• Test your password with this tool from the University of Illinois at Chicago

• Check all your email accounts with HaveIBeenPwned to see if any passwords need to be changed

• Don't use your UAlbany passwords for other services

Know the rules

Make sure you understand University policies and standards for information security.

• Responsible Use of Information Technology

• Standards for Connecting to the University Network

• Data Classification Standard

• All ITS policies