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Stop! A DUO Push You Didn't Initiate

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Hello UMBC Community, We rely on Duo two-factor authentication to protect our accounts, and it's an excellent defense. However, cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to get past our...

Posted: October 13, 2025, 1:17 PM

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Stop! A DUO Push You Didn't Initiate

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Hello UMBC Community, We rely on Duo two-factor authentication to protect our accounts, and it's an excellent defense. However, cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to get past our...

Posted: October 13, 2025, 9:01 AM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Fraudulent DUO Push Notifications

Don't Take the Bait! How to Spot a Phishing Scam

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Hello UMBC Community, In the digital world, Phishing is one of the most used forms of cyber trickery where attackers impersonate trusted sources to deceive you into handing over credentials or...

Posted: October 8, 2025, 1:55 PM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Stay connected, stay safe, stay smart!

Hello UMBC Community, Cyber threats are always lurking in the digital realm, but don't worry! The security team at Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust (CADT) is here to guide you so you can...

Posted: October 8, 2025, 1:51 PM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Stay Connected, stay safe, and stay smart

Don't Take the Bait! How to Spot a Phishing Scam

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Hello UMBC Community, In the digital world, Phishing is one of the most used forms of cyber trickery where attackers impersonate trusted sources to deceive you into handing over credentials or...

Posted: October 6, 2025, 9:18 AM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Avoid Phishing Emails

Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Stay connected, stay safe, stay smart!

Hello UMBC Community, Cyber threats are always lurking in the digital realm, but don't worry! The security team at Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust (CADT) is here to guide you so you can...

Posted: October 1, 2025, 9:07 AM

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

How To Detect a Phishing Email

Identifying Red Flags

As phishing messages targeting the UMBC community continue to be observed, you may find yourself as the recipient of a suspicious email and asking the question, “Is this a scam?”.  Avoiding...

Posted: July 24, 2025, 10:59 AM

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DoIT Student Digital Stories: William Brooks

Navigating the Cybersecurity: Insights from a CS Major

Join William on his cybersecurity journey as a Computer Science major, sharing experiences in the Division of Information Technology (DoIT) and UMBC, emphasizing community, growth, and passion for...

Posted: May 8, 2025, 4:08 PM

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DoIT Student Digital Stories: Ethan Cheung

Journey to Cybersecurity: From DoIT to MITRE

Follow Ethan's inspiring journey from a computer science major working in the Division of Information Technology (DoIT) to a cybersecurity engineer at MITRE. Learn how his experiences shaped his...

Posted: May 2, 2025, 11:02 AM

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