CyberSecurity Awareness Month
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. This event is sponsored by the National Cyber Security Alliance, a collaboration of public and private institutions. NCSA provides tools and resources to empower home users, schools, colleges, and universities to stay safe online.
To promote cyber security awareness at Illinois State, we are bringing together topics that help you stay safe online. These topics include:
- Week 1 – Phishing Scams
- Week 2 – Viruses & Malware
- Week 3 – Social Networking (Facebook)
- Week 4 – Copyright
Each week, read the Help Desk knowledge base article and watch the video. Then take the weekly quiz to register to win one of four iPod Nanos and the Xbox 360 grand prize! Come back each week to get another shot at an iPod Nano and to increase your chances at winning the Xbox 360.
Security is everyone's responsibility. Get secure. Stay secure.
Guest Speaker Event - Malware, The Hidden Threat
Tuesday, October 20 at 3:00pm in the Circus Room, Bone Student Center.
Nick Percoco, an ISU alumnus who now works full-time in IT security, will present an overview of three different types of malware that have been used to commit some of the largest data breaches in history. The presentation will include several real-world case studies as well as provide insight into malware and attack prevention. Refreshments will be served.
Grand Prize Winner!
The Xbox 360 grand prize winner for Cyber Security Month 2009 is Colleen, a freshman. Congratulations, Colleen!Week 1 — Phishing Scams
Phishing emails try to trick you into sending your personal information through email or over the Web. Illinois State University has been targeted by phishing emails for the past few years. You should learn to recognize and avoid phishing scams.Read the Knowledge Base Article for Week 1:
- 1364: Recognizing "ILSTU TEAM" phishing scam emails
For the past few years, Illinois State University has been targeted by phishing emails. It is important that you recognize these scams so your ULID account is not compromised.
Watch the Video for Week 1:
AARP member Karen Ryan talks to Google expert Shuman Ghosemajumder about how to know if a person or website is phishing for your personal information online.
Take the Quiz for Week 1:
- Winner! The winner of the iPod Nano for Week 1 is Ryan, a senior. Congratulations, Ryan!
Additional Reading:
- APWG Phishing Activity Trends Report for 1st Half of 2009 [PDF]
Written by the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG), this report details phishing attack statistics and related analyses for the first half of 2009.
- 1364: Recognizing "ILSTU TEAM" phishing scam emails
Week 2 — Viruses & Malware
Viruses and malware are threats to unprotected computers. Protect your computer with a combination of anti-virus and anti-spyware software, along with common sense.Read the Knowledge Base Article for Week 2:
- 1550: Overview of viruses and malware and how to protect your computer
To protect your computer and your data, you should use a combination of anti-virus software, anti-spyware software, critical updates, safe habits, and common sense.
Watch the Video for Week 2:
Chris Pirillo, a technology enthusiast, shares the Top Five Tips to Avoid Viruses and Spyware with his viewers on http://live.pirillo.com.
Take the Quiz for Week 2:
- Winner! The winner of the iPod Nano for Week 2 is Gregory, a Faculty member. Congratulations, Gregory!
- 1550: Overview of viruses and malware and how to protect your computer
Week 3 — Social Networking
Facebook is becoming increasingly popular, but what limits should you put on your profile? This week, we will examine some recommended Dos and Don'ts for Facebook.Read the Knowledge Base Article for Week 3:
- 1556: Understanding Facebook privacy settings and Friends Lists
Using Friends Lists, you can control which friends see your photo albums, photos tagged of you, and more.
Watch the Video for Week 3:
Christine talks about Facebook and shares her insights into problems with oversharing in this humorous video, Facebook Fever.
Take the Quiz for Week 3:
- Winner! The winner of the iPod Nano for Week 3 is Jeff, a Staff member. Congratulations, Jeff!
- 1556: Understanding Facebook privacy settings and Friends Lists
Week 4 — Copyright
Downloading music, movies, and software can be a lot of fun, but it can also lead to legal problems. This week, we take a look at downloading and copyright infringement.Read the Knowledge Base Article for Week 4:
- 1162: What is copyright?
Copyright protects the creators of original works. Without permission, it is illegal to use or reproduce a copyrighted work.
Watch the Video for Week 4:
Take the Quiz for Week 4:
- Winner! The winner of the iPod Nano for Week 4 is Jatan, a master student. Congratulations, Jatan!
- 1162: What is copyright?
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Win an iPod Nano or Xbox 360!
Get a perfect score and you will be entered to win an iPod Nano and the grand prize, an Xbox 360!
Come back each week and take all four qizzes -- each week gives you a chance to win!
Attend the guest speaker event on October 20, featuring Nick Percoco, an ISU alumnus who now works full-time in IT security. Bring your Redbird ID card to the event and register to win an iPod Nano.
Taking all four quizzes and attending the speaker event gives you five chances to win the Grand prize, an Xbox 360!
Limit (1) iPod Nano per winner.
Read the official rules.
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