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Identity Theft

Some Suggestions On Avoiding It

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has received several reports of insurance scams via telephone and email. To help protect the UMBC community from identity theft, DoIT is sharing some...

Posted: June 9, 2021, 9:07 PM

Tips on Spotting Phishing Emails

Read Your Email, Then Read It Again For Red Flags

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has seen many different reports of Phishing and job scam emails sent to UMBC accounts. This article will list some helpful tips to spot phishing...

Posted: May 20, 2021, 8:20 PM

Do You Need A Password Reset Email Address?

Hint: Yes

UMBC’s Division of Information Technology (DoIT) asks that all students set-up a password reset email address for their accounts. This email address ensures that your profile is secure, and it...

Posted: March 30, 2021, 4:44 PM

Why are Cyber Criminals Targeting Universities?

Universities Are Seen As 'Soft Targets' For Fraud

Phishing emails, spoofing and forgery schemes have found a hunting ground for cyber attacks within institutes of higher education just like UMBC. Below are some reasons why universities are...

Posted: March 3, 2021, 4:29 PM

Tips to Avoid ID Theft on Campus

Simple Ways To Secure Your Identity

With classes starting back up, malicious actors will try even harder to steal people's information or commit Identity theft. The article that is linked below has some tips for college students to...

Posted: August 31, 2020, 1:58 PM