What Can I Do to Stay Safe?
Posted on September 30, 2009
Filed under Security
According to the anti-phishing group, Antiphishing.org, the number of unique phishing Web sites detected in June 2009 rose to 49,084—the second highest number recorded since APWG began reporting this measurement.
During the month of October, ECU is conducting a phishing scam education campaign to celebrate National Cyber Security Awareness Month.
So, first ask yourself, “What can I do to stay safe on the Internet?”
Next, make sure you follow these very simple steps:
1. NEVER reveal your passphrase to anyone.
2. Legitimate businesses NEVER request personal information through e-mail.
3. If an e-mail asks for personal information, DELETE that e-mail.
4. If you’re unsure call the business directly, do not call the phone number in the e-mail.
5. E-mail alerts from ECU always originate from ITCS Notifications and are listed on the ITCS Help Desk home page.
6. If you have provided account information, change your password immediately at http://pirateid.ecu.edu/.
7. Never click the links in an e-mail.
8. Symantec SAV software for your home computer is available at http://download.ecu.edu.
9. Keep your operating system and other software up to date.
For more information on phishing scams and other security-related topics, visit http://www.staysafeonline.org/.