CIO'S MESSAGE - October 14, 2025


Cybersecurity Awareness Month Weekly Tips

Lock Down Your Digital Crypt


Multi-Factor Authentication Top Tips

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3 Devices - Ipad, laptop and smartphone

Your ºÚÁÏÍø Single Sign-On (SSO) is the key to your digital crypt.  Don’t let cyber-ghouls break in! 

Protect yourself: 

  • Ditch SMS and phone call multi-factor authentication (MFA) and upgrade to using the Microsoft Authenticator app because it’s the most secure and convenient way to authenticate.
  • Never approve MFA requests you didn’t initiate.
  • Set up multiple MFA methods for backup access.
  • Use a strong, unique password for your SSO that is not used with any other accounts —never share it. See last week’s tips about . 

Why Switch to Microsoft Authenticator? 

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MFA app on screen of smartphone

It’s quick, easy, and much more secure than text or phone call methods. You’re more at risk of a thief gaining access to your account if you’re using text or phone call instead of the app!  Benefits include: 

  • Enhanced Security: The app provides stronger protection against unauthorized access.
  • Convenience: No more waiting for texts or calls. Just a quick tap on your phone. 

Protect your data and your finances. Download the Microsoft Authenticator app today and take control of your security. 

Find out more about . 

 

Easy "Passwordless" Login

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Login to campus single sign-on services

 

 

If you haven't already done so, take it a step further by making the switch to a more secure and convenient way of logging in to your campus services. Log in to campus single sign-on services without having to enter a password. All that's needed is to configure Microsoft Authenticator to enable . The will also provide you with location information as part of the sign-in verification and approval prompt. 
 

 

                                                      Webinars


 

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Holloween Cybersecuity Webinar spooky house

Register for webinars hosted by ºÚÁÏÍø and win participation prizes! 

  • 10/23, 11 am: with ºÚÁÏÍø Career Development Center
  • 10/28, 10 am: with GuidePoint Security
  • 10/29, 4 pm: with College of Education

Register for more .


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