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As a final signoff, we would like to share a few statistics )] TJ ET BT 61.016 608.848 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(and give some common sense advice to help you spot phishing scams.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 588.859 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(Surely South Africa is not sophisticated or advanced enough to be included in phishing attacks? According to Drew van )] TJ ET BT 61.016 577.870 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(Vuuren, CEO of 4Di Privaca, South Africa is the second most targeted country globally when it comes to phishing attacks.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 557.881 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(The cost of phishing in South Africa amounted to approximately R4.2 billion in 2013 alone and 5% of phishing attacks )] TJ ET BT 61.016 546.892 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(globally occur in South Africa. It is not a matter of if the university is going to be a target, but when. Phishing attacks are )] TJ ET BT 61.016 535.903 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(not Information Technology's concern, but should also be yours as a user of the internet.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 515.914 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(According to a 2016 survey by Symantec, over 30% of South African internet users share at least three pieces of personal )] TJ ET BT 61.016 504.925 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(information on their social media profiles which could be used to steal their identity.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 484.936 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(60% of the respondents admitted that they had no idea what their privacy settings were and who could see their personal )] TJ ET BT 61.016 473.947 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(information on sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter etc.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 453.958 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(People often become victims of online fraud by using the same password or usernames on multiple sites, including social )] TJ ET BT 61.016 442.969 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(media sites and internet banking sites. According to Ofcoms Adults Media Use and Attitudes Report 2013 report, 55% )] TJ ET BT 61.016 431.980 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(of the poll respondents used the same password for most, if not all, websites.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 411.991 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(Here are 10 common-sense tips to help you spot and prevent becoming a victim of a phishing scam:)] TJ ET BT 61.016 389.032 Td /F1 9.0 Tf [(1.Learn to identify suspected phishing emails)] TJ ET 0.153 0.153 0.153 RG 85.866 371.859 m 85.866 372.272 85.696 372.682 85.404 372.973 c 85.113 373.265 84.703 373.434 84.291 373.434 c 83.878 373.434 83.469 373.265 83.177 372.973 c 82.885 372.682 82.716 372.272 82.716 371.859 c 82.716 371.447 82.885 371.037 83.177 370.746 c 83.469 370.454 83.878 370.284 84.291 370.284 c 84.703 370.284 85.113 370.454 85.404 370.746 c 85.696 371.037 85.866 371.447 85.866 371.859 c f BT 91.016 369.043 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(They duplicate the images and branding of a real company.)] TJ ET 85.866 360.870 m 85.866 361.283 85.696 361.693 85.404 361.984 c 85.113 362.276 84.703 362.445 84.291 362.445 c 83.878 362.445 83.469 362.276 83.177 361.984 c 82.885 361.693 82.716 361.283 82.716 360.870 c 82.716 360.458 82.885 360.048 83.177 359.757 c 83.469 359.465 83.878 359.295 84.291 359.295 c 84.703 359.295 85.113 359.465 85.404 359.757 c 85.696 360.048 85.866 360.458 85.866 360.870 c f BT 91.016 358.054 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(They copy the name of a company or an employee of the company.)] TJ ET 85.866 349.881 m 85.866 350.294 85.696 350.704 85.404 350.995 c 85.113 351.287 84.703 351.456 84.291 351.456 c 83.878 351.456 83.469 351.287 83.177 350.995 c 82.885 350.704 82.716 350.294 82.716 349.881 c 82.716 349.469 82.885 349.059 83.177 348.768 c 83.469 348.476 83.878 348.306 84.291 348.306 c 84.703 348.306 85.113 348.476 85.404 348.768 c 85.696 349.059 85.866 349.469 85.866 349.881 c f BT 91.016 347.065 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(They include sites that are visually similar or identical to a real business.)] TJ ET 85.866 338.892 m 85.866 339.305 85.696 339.715 85.404 340.006 c 85.113 340.298 84.703 340.467 84.291 340.467 c 83.878 340.467 83.469 340.298 83.177 340.006 c 82.885 339.715 82.716 339.305 82.716 338.892 c 82.716 338.480 82.885 338.070 83.177 337.779 c 83.469 337.487 83.878 337.317 84.291 337.317 c 84.703 337.317 85.113 337.487 85.404 337.779 c 85.696 338.070 85.866 338.480 85.866 338.892 c f BT 91.016 336.076 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(They promote gifts or threaten the closure of an existing account.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 313.117 Td /F1 9.0 Tf [(2.Check the source of information from incoming email)] TJ ET BT 61.016 293.128 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(Your bank, Information Technology, or cell phone provider will never ask you to send your passwords or personal )] TJ ET BT 61.016 282.139 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(information by mail.Never respond to these questions, and if you have the slightest doubt, call your bank, IT or your cell )] TJ ET BT 61.016 271.150 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(phone provider directly for clarification.)] TJ ET BT 61.016 248.191 Td /F1 9.0 Tf [(3.Never go to your banks website by clicking on links in emails)] TJ ET BT 61.016 228.202 Td /F4 9.0 Tf [(Do not click on hyperlinks or attachments, as it will direct you to a fraudulent website. 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MFA – Everything you need to know

Friday, October 13th, 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness Month takes place during October each year. The theme for 2023 is “Secure Our World”. With this blog post, our focus is on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), which adds an extra layer of protection to your accounts, making it harder for hackers to get in. 

What is MFA?

Multi-Factor Authentication adds a second layer of security to your account to ensure that your account stays safe, even if someone else knows your password. This will mean that, for certain services, including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, etc. you will be prompted to provide more information in order to authenticate your identity as a Stellenbosch University student or staff member.

What are the benefits of MFA?

  • MFA improves the University’s security by adding another layer an intruder would have to penetrate.
  • MFA protects your University identity by ensuring no one else can act on your behalf even if your password has been compromised.
  • MFA safeguards you against security attacks.
  • With implementing MFA your information is protected which is one of the ways to increase the University’s reputation and trustworthiness.

Which authentication method is recommended?

The Microsoft Authenticator application can be downloaded from the Google Play Store (Android devices) and the App Store (Apple devices). Here’s a guide on how to set up Microsoft Authenticator: How to set up Microsoft Authenticator (1)

WATCH: A helpful guide on MFA

Be aware. Be secure. Be cyber smart.

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Computer Literacy and Digital Literacy – not the same thing

Wednesday, June 7th, 2023

Computer and Digital Literacy are two separate things, but they go together. For us to be effective, responsible technology users, we need to have both. In this article we explore the difference between these two concepts, and why it is important to develop digital literacy skills.

What is computer literacy?

Computer literacy is defined as the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently, with skill levels ranging from elementary use to computer programming and advanced problem solving. Those who are computer literate have the ability to perform basic tasks on the computer. For example, switching on your computer, knowing how to access the internet, navigating a browser, and operating software systems, and completing any other tasks that make it possible to do your job.

What is digital literacy?

Digital literacy is the ability to navigate our digital environment using reading, writing, critical thinking and technical skills. It’s about using technological devices such as a smartphone, laptop or tablet, to find, evaluate and communicate information. So, digital literacy goes beyond computer literacy because it gives individuals the power to connect around the world. 

Why is digital literacy important?

Digital literacy skills are essential for participating in the modern economy. Digital literacy can play a powerful role in helping people connect, learn, engage with their community, and create more promising futures. Simply reading articles online does not address digital literacy, so it is important for everyone to understand the variety of content and possibilities that are accessible online.

  • Efficient Communication: Digital literacy improves communication that creates a more efficient workflow. It allows employees to communicate with each other through various platforms, such as email, instant messaging, video conferencing, and social media.
  • Enhances Problem-Solving Skills: With digital literacy, employees can access vast amounts of information through the internet, which allows them to research solutions to complex problems, find relevant data, and make informed decisions.
  • Increases Efficiency: Digital tools such as automation, online collaboration platforms, and project management software can increase efficiency in the workplace.
  • Improves Creativity: Digital literacy can also foster creativity in employees by providing access to various digital tools that can unleash their creative potential and produce high-quality content.
  • Better Time Management: Digital literacy can help employees manage their time more effectively.
  • Online Security: Digital literacy skills help individuals understand the importance of securing their online information and the potential risks of cyber-attacks.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI): Digital literacy skills are crucial for leveraging AI’s benefits.
  • Big Data: Digital literacy skills have become essential for individuals to interpret and analyse vast amounts of data effectively.
  • Social Media: Digital literacy skills are essential for using social media safely and responsibly. It enables individuals to identify potential risks associated with social media.

Start your digital literacy pathway

With the Microsoft Digital Literacy classes, you can gain skills needed to effectively explore the internet. 

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Friday, March 31st, 2023

Phishing and Report Message

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Stop waiting and start updating

Friday, March 31st, 2023

Why Windows Updates are crucial for your device’s health

This article was compiled by Elnita Jacobs, Computer Technician 1: IT General Support Services, and Bradley van der Venter, Senior Configuration Specialist: IT General Support Services.

In today’s world with the ever-changing threat landscape, keeping our devices up to date is essential for ensuring they run smoothly and securely. Windows Updates is one of the most critical updates we need to keep up with. 

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1 – The Importance

Firstly, let’s talk about why installing Windows Updates is so important. These updates are designed to fix bugs and vulnerabilities in the operating system, improve performance, and add new features. This means that by installing updates, you can keep your device running smoothly and securely and take advantage of new features that Microsoft releases. Windows Updates can also help to protect your device from malware and other security threats, making them a critical part of your device’s overall security.

2 – “Patch Tuesdays”

It’s also worth noting that Windows Updates are typically released on the second Tuesday of every month, known as “Patch Tuesday”. This means that by default, Windows Updates are enabled to install automatically, and you can expect your device to receive updates shortly after this date each month. Additionally, if you fail to restart your device after updates have been installed, Windows will force a restart after seven days to ensure compliance. 

Please note that this is not enforcement from Stellenbosch University (SU) but from Microsoft. 

This is important to keep in mind, as it ensures that your device stays up-to-date and secure, even if you forget to restart after installing updates. For example, suppose you restart your device immediately after updates are installed. In that case, you minimise the risk of, for example, being in a meeting and then Windows notifying you that it will restart in approximately 20 minutes. 

This will only happen if you haven’t restarted your device for more than seven days after installing the Windows Updates. 

3 – The Consequences

Now, let’s consider the consequences of failing to install Windows Updates. First, when you fail to update and restart your device, you leave it vulnerable to security threats. Hackers can exploit the operating system’s vulnerabilities to gain access to your device and steal sensitive information such as passwords and financial data. Malware can also infect your device, causing it to slow down, crash, or render unusable. Additionally, failing to update your device can result in poor performance, as bugs and other issues can accumulate over time, making it harder to use your device efficiently.

One of the most significant risks of not updating your device is the possibility of data loss. If your device becomes infected with malware or crashes due to bugs, you may lose important data such as documents, photos, and videos. This can be devastating, particularly if you have not backed up your data. Additionally, if you use your device for work, you may risk losing valuable business data, which can be catastrophic for your business.

4 – The Solution

What can you do to ensure that you are keeping your device up to date? The simplest solution is to enable automatic updates on your device (Stellenbosch University Windows Asset devices joined to the domain have this enabled by default). This will ensure that your device receives updates as soon as they become available without any effort on your part. Alternatively, you can manually check for updates by going to the Windows Update in the Settings option on the Start Menu. Restarting your device regularly after installing updates is also important, as this ensures that they are fully installed and can take effect.

In conclusion, installing Windows Updates is crucial for ensuring your device runs smoothly and securely. By keeping your device up to date, you can take advantage of new features, improve performance, and protect yourself from security threats. Failing to update and restart your device for updates can lead to poor performance, data loss, and security vulnerabilities. So, ensure you enable automatic updates or manually check for updates regularly, and always restart your device after installing updates.

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Something’s Phishy…

Monday, October 24th, 2022

 

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