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    Zoom Scheduler upcoming release

    May 02, 2025

    On May 11th, we will be releasing Zoom Scheduler to all UA Zoom users. Zoom Scheduler integrates with your calendar, making it easier to share your availability and book appointments with people inside and outside of the University of 亚色影库.

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    Phishing alert: Scammers impersonate Homeland Security in email attacks

    May 02, 2025

    Security researchers are warning of a new phishing campaign in which cybercriminals pose as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The scam plays on heightened public attention to immigration policies and recent federal activity.

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    Advanced Security Awareness Program (ASAP) Updates and April Raffle Winner

    May 02, 2025

    The Advanced Security Awareness Program (ASAP) has officially finished its first month and, with that, it's time to announce the winner or our first-ever newsletter raffle.

  • Navigating UAOnline from the new login page

    April 18, 2025

    As of April 14 the login page for UAonline has been updated, providing separate login options for students by university, and a general login for all UA employees including staff, faculty and advisors across the system.

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    Be Aware - Payroll Theft Rising at UA

    April 03, 2025

    Over the past several months, the university has seen an increase in requests for employee information, and wants you to be aware of vital information to protect you from direct deposit fraud.

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    Level Up Your Cybersecurity: Join UA's New Awareness Program

    March 07, 2025

    This pilot program is aimed at changing the way we approach training. Instead of a more lengthy session each fall, you can now opt into a more engaging format that breaks the training into four quick 5-minute assignments.

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    Did You Know? Scammers are Impersonating University Officials

    January 24, 2025

    Phishing emails and other electronic scams are becoming more frequent; in recent weeks, the Security team has received multiple reports of fraudulent document-sharing attempts. In this attack, a document will be shared with UA users, supposedly requesting action by a supervisor or trusted member of the UA community.

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    Don't Get Hooked: Protect Yourself from Credential Harvesting Scams

    January 10, 2025

    Credential harvesting is an attack that tricks a user into entering their credentials into a fraudulent form, which is often designed to imitate a trusted login page. The form link is often delivered via email or text, but could also be delivered via a malicious QR code.

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    Software Procurement Process Update

    December 20, 2024

    We are excited to announce the launch of our new web page dedicated to providing clarity and guidance on the Software Procurement Review process.

  • Strengthening Security: New Passphrase Standards Coming in January

    December 06, 2024

    Starting in January, ELMO will require a new minimum password length of 16 characters.