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Check for Recent Email Scams
Email scams are an ever-evolving threat in this digital world. It can be hard to tell what’s real and what’s the latest bit of social engineering. Cross-check suspicious emails at the Recent Email Scams page! We log recently reported scams in the UT email ecosystem that you can compare your email to. Stay informed!
Importance of Security
Read about why YOU should care about security and what we are doing to keep your data safe.
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Benefits & Tips for You
A collection of actions YOU can take to keep yourself safe from different types of malicious intent.
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Protecting University Data
Learn how to protect university data by managing systems and applications responsibly.
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Terms & Glossary
There is a lot of jargon when discussing security. Here is a glossary to help break it down.
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Recent Articles
The Importance of Password Rotation
Published on February 13, 2026
Password rotation is the periodic changing or resetting of passwords. The goal is to limit a password’s lifespan to reduce […]
ReadThe Importance of Password RotationObscured, Obfuscated Links
Published on February 6, 2026
Recently, researchers have discovered another technique cybercriminals use to steal your information. In this technique, cybercriminals use obfuscated links to show IP addresses like XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX, […]
ReadObscured, Obfuscated LinksTwo-Factor Authentication (2FA) Prompt Bombing
Published on January 23, 2026
Two-factor authentication (also known as, “Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)”) provides an extra layer of security for your accounts, but it’s important to think […]
ReadTwo-Factor Authentication (2FA) Prompt BombingWhen ‘Too Good to Be True’ Comes from Someone You Know
Published on December 5, 2025
For years, cybercriminals have used social media to post fake sales listings for popular items such as furniture or electronics. […]
ReadWhen ‘Too Good to Be True’ Comes from Someone You Know