Cyber Security

Common Threat Types

Phishing: Communications (most commonly e-mails) for the purpose of obtaining personal information (such as passwords or credit card numbers) or manipulating others to perform unauthorized actions (such as bank transfers or purchases).
Malware: malicious software such as computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, ransomware, key loggers and spyware.
Social Engineering: the use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential or personal information that may be used for fraudulent purposes. This would include scareware.

Education and Training (knowing is half the battle, see below)
Use Password managers/wallets (programs to aid you in keeping track of passwords):
Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA adds security to your logins) where possible:
- Google offers it with their accounts (which includes CCSF student accounts). They call it 2 step (https://www.google.com/landing/2step/).
- CCSF offers this for employee e-mail and other systems
  - Step-by-step instructions on how to turn on MFA are available for CCSF employees (you may have to sign in to access this page)
Use malware protection software (to add security to our computing devices):
Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN adds security to your internet browsing) when possible:
Follow Safe Computing Practices