It is well publicized that today’s attackers are ever vigilant in their attempts to uncover weak points in networks, computers, and mobile devices to establish a foothold and leverage vulnerabilities, thus resulting in the compromise of critical assets or personal information. Areas of concern that can lead to a breach include the lack of physical […]

It is an unfortunate reality that virtually all email users regularly receive phishing messages. An Oregon state worker fell victim to one such message last Friday. That user’s computer was hijacked and subsequently used to send over 8,000,000 spam messages over the weekend. The account sent so much spam that it caused major email services […]

Employing good physical security practices does not have to include hiring a detachment of the queen’s guard for your campus (though this might be a nice attraction for prospective students!). Instead, just getting the word out to your community about the importance of a few basic physical security tips can substantially improve your institution’s security […]

Did you know that ad blockers can protect you from malicious software (malware) embedded in advertisements? Even if you practice good “net hygiene” and stay away from the shadier parts of the web, many reputable websites have inadvertently exposed their users to malicious advertisements through syndicated advertisement networks. For example, Huffington Post and LA Weekly […]

Your passwords are the key to a host of information about you, and potentially those close to you. If someone can access your personal information, it can have serious long-term effects—and not just online! Follow these recommendations from the World Password Day website to protect your identity while making the Internet more secure for everyone: Use a […]

As you upgrade your personal devices to the newest options, do you recycle the old equipment? Being green shouldn’t make you blue. Take steps now to remove anxiety later that forgotten sensitive files on your last laptop could become a source of embarrassment or identity theft. Trying to securely delete data at the time you […]

  Information Security and Network Services has completed the installation and configuration of a set of email filters to help protect Georgia Highlands College employees from phishing messages and scams. Messages sent from a non-GHC email address with dubious subjects (such as “Re-validate your account” or “Your inbox is over quota”) or containing embedded links […]

Due to enhanced security measures in most countries, travelers with tech should be prepared for possible disruptions or additional wait times during the screening process. Here are some steps you can take to help secure your devices and your privacy. Good to know: While traveling within the United States, TSA agents at the gate are not allowed […]

Information Security & Network Services will be manually applying critical security updates to our Windows Servers tomorrow (Friday, February 23rd) and Friday, March 2nd due to known stability and compatibility issues with the January and February monthly “rollup” updates for Windows Server 2012. Some systems and network services such as Pharos printing and Office365 sign-on […]