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A Cautionary Tale from Your Digital Voyage

Hark, travelers of the UMBC network! The Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust Department (CADT) has consulted the Oracle, and troubling omens appear on the horizon. A new set of treacherous...

Posted: September 23, 2026, 10:00 AM

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The Retriever's Guide to Cybersecurity: Seven Scams to Avoid

Protecting your digital identity, one paw print at a time.

Retrievers, listen up — here are seven cyber scams you do not want to fall for this academic year. Random Duo Push Notifications If you didn’t just try to log in, do not hit accept....

Posted: August 25, 2026, 8:45 AM

Protecting Your Device from Proxy Hijacking

Learn how to spot, avoid, and report

Dear UMBC Community, Imagine a stranger secretly using your home internet or your laptop to hide their tracks. Recently, security experts have found that certain apps are doing exactly that!...

Posted: March 23, 2026, 10:44 AM

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Protecting Your Device from Proxy Hijacking

Learn how to spot, avoid, and report

Dear UMBC Community, Imagine a stranger secretly using your home internet or your laptop to hide their tracks. Recently, security experts have found that certain apps are doing exactly that!...

Posted: March 23, 2026, 10:40 AM

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Reflecting on Data Privacy Week at UMBC

Dr. Laura Mateczun on building a culture of trust

While many of us have been busy digging out from the snow and trying to stay warm, this week, January 26–30, is Data Privacy Week. This international effort empowers individuals and organizations...

Posted: January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM

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