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Before You Snooze

Why security updates should not wait

When an update interrupts your work, “remind me later” can be tempting. But software updates are not only about new features. Many contain fixes for security weaknesses in your operating system,...

Posted: October 26, 2026, 1:00 PM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 graphic with the text “Before You Snooze” and an alarm clock icon. UMBC Division of Information Technology logo is present.

SECURITY ADVISORY: PHP Updates Needed for Web Systems

Action Required: Keep Campus Websites Secure and Operational

What is Happening? Newly identified safety flaws have been discovered in PHP—the underlying engine that powers a massive portion of the web, including publishing tools like WordPress, Drupal,...

Posted: October 21, 2026, 12:56 PM

Before You Upload

Protect your information when using AI tools

AI tools can receive information in several ways. You might upload a document, image, or recording, or connect the tool to an account such as Google Drive. Either choice may give the tool more...

Posted: October 19, 2026, 1:00 PM

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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

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Before You Reuse

The risk of reused passwords

Using the same password across multiple websites is convenient, but it creates a dangerous domino effect: a single breach on one minor account can compromise them all.  If a data breach exposes...

Posted: October 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

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