National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about cyber threats and empower users to take action in safeguarding their information.
This year’s theme, “Building a Cyber Strong America,” highlights the role of organizations and individuals in protecting critical infrastructure and data systems.
Boise State University takes this mission seriously, and all students, faculty, and staff play a crucial part in ensuring their personal data and the university’s systems are secure.
QR Code Phishing: A Growing Threat
The Office of Information Technology warns against QR code phishing, also known as “quishing”, which has seen a significant rise in recent attempts.
One threat in particular that the Office of Information Technology asks members of the campus community to watch out for is QR code phishing, sometimes called “quishing”
Author's summary: Be aware of cyber threats during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
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