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Cybersecurity Alerts
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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
Launching DoIT's Cybersecurity Newsletter
Stay smart, stay safe, and secure your digital life.
Hello UMBC, Cybersecurity isn't just a task for IT, it's a 24/7 commitment for our entire community. To help you navigate the ever-changing digital landscape, we are excited to launch the first...
Posted: January 27, 2026, 3:31 PM
Active Phishing Alert
There are no issues with your student ID!
Hello UMBC Community! The Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust Department (CADT) in the Division of Information Technology is tracking an active phishing campaign that has impacted our...
Posted: October 23, 2025, 2:15 PM
Tips to Combat Financial Scams
Hello UMBC Community! The Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust Department in the Division of Information Technology has some tips for you to stay safe from financial scams that have recently...
Posted: October 22, 2025, 2:20 PM
Stop! A DUO Push You Didn't Initiate
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Hello UMBC Community, We rely on Duo two-factor authentication to protect our accounts, and it's an excellent defense. However, cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to get past our...
Posted: October 13, 2025, 1:17 PM
Don't Take the Bait! How to Spot a Phishing Scam
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Hello UMBC Community, In the digital world, Phishing is one of the most used forms of cyber trickery where attackers impersonate trusted sources to deceive you into handing over credentials or...
Posted: October 8, 2025, 1:55 PM
Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month!
Stay connected, stay safe, stay smart!
Hello UMBC Community, Cyber threats are always lurking in the digital realm, but don't worry! The security team at Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust (CADT) is here to guide you so you can...
Posted: October 8, 2025, 1:51 PM
