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Before You Paste

A fake fix can install real malware

Some cyber scams don't start with an obvious threat. It can begin with a prompt that seems routine: “Verify that you are human.” “Your browser needs an update.” “This document cannot be...

Posted: October 12, 2026, 1:00 PM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 graphic with the text “Before You Paste” and a copy-paste icon. UMBC Division of Information Technology logo is present.