At Greenwich we take information security seriously and continue to encourage good security awareness and behaviours across our community. Here we are reminding you of the actions we all need to take to keep your data and our systems secure.
We recently shared 6 tips to identify and deal with a phishing message. Phishing emails try to trick you with messages such as requests for student fee payment, a tax refund or the offer of an educational grant. Thousands of different messages, all after the same things: Your data and your money. Never click on a link you don't completely recognise or trust.
Update your Cyber Security
Keeping personal devices up-to-date means that it will have protection against the latest threats. The National Cyber Security Centre has advice on how to improve your cyber security, including:
Keep your accounts secure:
- Make sure you use strong and separate passwords for your most important accounts such as email, banking or payment accounts (such as PayPal)
- The NCSC recommends using three random words to create your passwords
- Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of protection to your personal accounts
Update your software:
- Turn on automatic updates. Out-of-date software, apps, and operating systems contain weaknesses. This makes them easier to hack. Companies fix the weaknesses by releasing updates. When you update your devices and software, this helps to keep hackers out. Turn on automatic updates for your devices and software that offer it. This will mean you do not have to remember each time.
We’re here to help
Our information security pages contain all the information you need to protect yourself, your devices and your data, including a video explaining why we should all #BeCyberSmart.
The IT Service Desk are here to support you, whether you’re looking for advice about a possible phishing email, suspicious website or if you think you’ve clicked on a malicious link, they can investigate and support you if a breach has occurred.
For questions or comments on the above guidance, please contact our Information Security team.
