Now more than ever, consumers spend increasing amounts of time on the Internet. With every social media account you sign up for, every picture you post, and status you update, you are sharing information about yourself with the world. How can you be proactive and “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart”? Take these simple steps to connect […]

Today’s technology allows us to connect around the world, to bank and shop online, and to control our televisions, homes, and cars from our smartphones. With this added convenience comes an increased risk of identity theft and Internet scams. #BeCyberSmart on the Internet—at home, at school, at work, on mobile devices, and on the go. […]

SIMPLE TIPS: Have you noticed how often security breaches, stolen data, and identity theft are consistently front-page news these days? Perhaps you, or someone you know, are a victim of cyber criminals who stole personal information, banking credentials, or more. As these incidents become more prevalent, you should consider using multi-factor authentication, also called strong […]

In a world where we are constantly connected, cybersecurity cannot be limited to the home or office. When you’re traveling— whether domestic or international—it is always important to practice safe online behavior and take proactive steps to secure Internet-enabled devices. The more we travel, the more we are at risk for cyberattacks. #BeCyberSmart and use […]

As of August 1st, 2020, Duo two-factor authentication will be required for all student Single Sign-On accounts. This service will add a second layer of protection to your GHC email, D2L, and Zoom accounts by requiring something in addition to your password when you access these systems. You can choose to use one or more […]

As of August 1st, 2020, Duo two-factor authentication will be required for all student Single Sign-On accounts. This service will add a second layer of protection to your GHC email, D2L, and Zoom accounts by requiring something in addition to your password when you access these systems. You can choose to use one or more […]

Zoom released an important security update on April 2nd, 2020. Although this software update should occur automatically, GHC strongly advises all students to ensure their Zoom software is the latest version using the following online instructions: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362233-Where-Do-I-Download-The-Latest-Version- On April 1st, 2020, Zoom’s CEO, Eric Yuan, announced that his company will focus on addressing privacy concerns […]

The current situation continues to entice criminal activity. Not only are bad actors disseminating false information, numerous sites presuming to provide legitimate information are also distributing malware. USG Cybersecurity has observed more than 4,000 new domain registrations pertaining to COVID-19 during the last 45 days. With the US Congress passage of the stimulus package, we […]

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve, bad actors are taking advantage of the situation to not only spread misinformation through social media but are also using phishing emails to obtain personal information or spread malicious software. Here are some tips to avoid being victimized. Obtain information from trusted sources. Some web sites are providing misinformation […]