The NYU IT Security Alerts blog has some important information regarding Amazon Alexa and the potential that Amazon employees are hearing your requests.
Technology Security
The NYU Start Page Will Require MFA as of April 27
Beginning Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 11am ET, the security of the NYU Start Page will be enhanced by requiring the use of NYU Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). A few minor improvements to the site’s menu and page organization will also go into effect at that time, with major improvements planned for next fall.
Public Wi-Fi: Proceed with Caution
Although it’s convenient to use public Wi-Fi in an airport, hotel, gym, library, or local business, remember that public Wi-Fi networks are often exploited by malicious actors seeking access to your sensitive data. For this reason, it’s critical that you remain aware of common Wi-Fi scam tactics and the best practices for safely connecting to and using public Wi-Fi.
NYU Box: Are You Accidentally Making Your Files Public?
You may be sharing your NYU Box files with more people than you think. The NYU IT Security Blog has some tips to reduce unintended disclosure via link sharing.
Update Google Chrome to Patch Critical Zero Day Vulnerability
The NYU IT Security Alerts blog has issued an important announcement regarding a critical security patch for Chrome browsers. Users are advised to update their Google Chrome browser asap on all devices to the latest version.
National Data Privacy Day Highlights Ways to Protect Your Data
2018 was a year full of major global technology security breaches and concerns. There’s no reason to expect 2019 will be any different. There are, however, ways you can protect yourself and reduce the risk that your personal data and accounts will be compromised.
Verify Your Wi-Fi Security Certificate for 2019
When you access the NYU Roam Wireless network at the beginning of each new calendar year, you will be presented with an alert asking you to validate a security certificate before connecting. When you see the prompt, simply “Accept” the renewed certificate and connect as usual.
New Electronic Data and System Risk Classification Policy
In response to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), NYU IT has replaced two of its data-centric policies (Data Classification Table and Reference for Data and System Classification) with a new Electronic Data and System Risk Classification Policy.
URL Defense, New Security Feature in NYU Email
As part of NYU’s commitment to help protect the University’s networks and data, NYU IT launched a new email security feature on September 28. In compliance with NYU IT’s security policies, email protection is a priority. The University’s existing email security tool prevents external email with known malicious URLs from reaching your inbox. This new […]
Announcing Electronic Signature (DocuSign)
NYU IT announces the availability of a new service: Electronic Signature (DocuSign), an electronic and digital signature application with several workflow capabilities. Send: Easily upload and send documents for electronic signature to people inside or outside of NYU. Receive: Signers receive and sign documents quickly, securely, and via phone, tablet, or computer. Manage: Check documents’ […]