Working remotely? Follow these six tips to protect yourself from online scams

Working remotely could increase cybersecurity risks. But there is good news – you can protect yourself and TU by following these six simple tips:

  1. Be aware of phishing emails and online ads. One click can expose your info to scammers. Call the TU sender if it seems they’ve sent you a request to buy something or send confidential info.
  2. Install the latest security updates as soon as they’re available. Keep your phone, tablet, and computer up-to-date.
  3. Use TU’s trusted and supported online services. TU’s technology tools are designed to help aid in protection of TU data and devices.
  4. Closely inspect any emails containing the subject of Coronavirus/COVID-19. Use caution before downloading any email attachments, including supposed company policies. Scammers use current events to prey on uncertainty.
  5. Pay attention to the [EXTERNAL EMAIL – USE CAUTION] email tag. It’s there to remind you to be careful when opening/replying to emails from an external sender.
  6. Report suspicious emails to the Office of Information Security (OIS). Use the “Report Phish” button in Outlook, or forward the email to phishing@towson.edu.­­

Resources

  • Learn more: for info on recognizing suspicious emails and real life examples, visit towson.edu/phishing.
  • We can help! If you would like an OIS team member to give a virtual interactive security awareness or phishing presentation to your group or department, submit a TechHelp service request or email securityawareness@towson.edu.
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This post was written by Weldon, Jennifer