Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are commonly used tools to enhance online privacy. While they promise certain benefits, they can also lead to unintended behaviour when used to access your UFV account and other UFV resources. VPNs and your UFV account When accessing your UFV account with a VPN enabled, the service masks your IP address, […]
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Introducing Windows Hello on UFV Devices
We are excited to announce that Windows Hello PINs are now available for employees using their UFV devices. It’s a faster, more secure, and hassle-free way to sign in by using a PIN instead of your password What is Windows Hello? Windows Hello allows you to use a PIN, instead of your usual password, to […]
Got a new device? Don’t get locked out: update your MFA!
The holiday season is upon us, and many of you might receive new device. Whether it’s a new smartphone, tablet, or laptop, it’s essential to make sure your MFA methods are up to date, and to secure your new device so it’s ready to use. Step 1: Ensure your MFA methods are up to date […]
A gift from Cybersecurity: Holiday CTF
As the end of the fall semester (and 2024) approaches, we have one more gift for you: a holiday capture the flag! You can play until Dec 31st at midnight. We hope you’ve had a good fall semester, and we wish you a restful winter break! How to Start 1. Go to https://ufv.ctfd.io 2. Click […]
How to spot cyber scams this holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, fraudsters take advantage of shoppers looking for online deals and digital gifts. Here are some ways you can spot scams and stay cyber-safe while you get those holiday deals! Signs of a scam Poor website design: Watch for blurry images, typos, and sites missing return or privacy policies. If you […]
Invoice scams on the rise
UFV’s Cybersecurity team has seen an increase in invoice scams. Fraudsters send invoices to you in hopes you will pay for goods and services that you never ordered. These invoices may look genuine, and could include legal jargon that pressure you into paying quickly. They may even send these requests through a known service like […]
UFV Capture the Flag (CTF) is back!
What is CTF (Capture the Flag)? Capture the Flag (or CTF for short) is a collection of puzzles where participants compete to find the hidden piece of text (called the “flag”). It’s like a scavenger hunt, but all the hunting is done on your computer. There are two types of challenges this year: non-technical questions […]
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month!
What is Cyber Security Awareness Month (Cyber Month)? Cyber Month is an internationally recognized campaign held every October to help Canadians learn more about cybersecurity. Each week, UFV’s Cybsersecurity team will post new tips, tricks and facts that can help you learn to protect your privacy and your devices. To check it out, click here […]
Job offer scams targeting UFV students
UFV students are often targeted with emails offering fake jobs. Attackers will promise you a lucrative job or work-from-home opportunity – but these are a scam. How does this scam work? The attacker sends an email to your student email address; it may have an attachment, but it will almost always link to a Google […]
Targeted phishing attempts to faculty and staff
With semester start, UFV’s Cybersecurity team has seen an increase in targeted phishing campaigns against faculty and staff. There are two types of phishing emails being commonly reported: The gift card scam: These emails come from a free email provider, like Gmail, and impersonate UFV employees by signing the email with their name. The scammer […]