January 29, 2019
Disable FaceTime Immediately to Protect Your Privacy
A bug has been identified in FaceTime that allows remote callers access to a call recipient's audio and front-facing camera.
Lubbock IT Alert
Similar to an alert list that the TTU CIO maintains for Texas Tech University leaders, we are partnering with the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce to provide a similar email-based alert system. Alert mail is only sent for high priority IT security events.
September 19, 2018
Beware of Scams Related to Hurricane Florence and Other Natural Disasters
The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) warns citizens to remain vigilant for malicious cyber activity seeking to capitalize on interest in and devastation from Hurricane Florence
June 14, 2018
VPNFilter Malware Targets Home & Small Office Routers
According to the United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT), a form of malware, called VPNFilter, targets Small Office/Home Office routers (source).
February 27, 2018
Beware of Threats to Confidential Data
Historically, Internet criminals leverage tax seasons to launch various phishing campaigns to steal confidential data and resources. In the context of the massive Equifax data breach that was announced last year that potentially affected 143 million U.S. consumers (source: https://www.equifaxsecurity2017.com), and because of the current tax season, the TTU Information Technology Division would like to strongly remind the Lubbock community to be vigilant in protecting confidential personal data and information resources.
Cybersecurity Awareness Program: Lubbock & Other Texas Communities
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Address
TTU Office of the CIO, Box 42008, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
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Email
cio@ttu.edu