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    1. Featured News

      Data Privacy: It’s Not Just an IT Thing

      Data Privacy Week is a reminder that protecting personal and university data is everyone’s responsibility. Universities manage sensitive information like student records, financial aid, and research data, so everyday actions like clicking links or approving login prompts can have serious security impacts.

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      MFA Fatigue: When “Approve” Is the Wrong Choice

      Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is essential for keeping campus accounts and data secure. By requiring a second verification—like a push notification, text, or token—MFA helps protect sensitive research, personal data, and university systems. But there’s a growing concern: MFA fatigue.

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      Action Required: Update the Duo Mobile App by March 31, 2026

      Duo is updating its security certificates on March 31, 2026. If your Duo Mobile app is not up to date, Duo will stop working and you may not be able to log in to University services that require multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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      Understanding the Hover Over Technique

      A “hover over” occurs when you move your mouse over an on-screen element without clicking it, triggering a quick response from the interface. This can include visual changes like highlighting or underlining, or informational pop-ups called tooltips that provide extra details next to your cursor.

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      New Year, New Scams: What We’re Seeing on Campus in 2026

      A new year often means fresh starts, new routines—and new scams.

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      Cybersecurity Doesn’t Take a Holiday (But You Can!)

      Cybercriminals often take advantage of holidays and breaks, when users are more relaxed, shopping online, and less alert to potential scams, making it important to stay aware and practice good cybersecurity habits year-round.

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    7. Notices & Announcements

      [Phish Alert] Chief Human Resources

      This phishing email impersonates Human Resources using urgent, official-sounding language, fake reference details, and a spoofed internal-style address to appear legitimate.

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    8. Notices & Announcements

      [Phish Alert] Evaluation Season Has Begun- Your Review Is Needed

      This phishing email impersonates an internal performance evaluation process using professional language and a routine HR context to appear legitimate.

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      Your .edu Email is Gold: Why It’s a Prime Target for Hackers

      Your Montclair email address is more valuable than you might think—and not just to you. To cybercriminals, your .edu email is gold. It’s a key that can unlock everything from your campus accounts to your personal life online.

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    10. Notices & Announcements

      [Phish Alert] Amazon Item Recall

      This phishing text message is designed to look legitimate by using safety-related language like “recall” and “safety standards,” a professional tone, and the promise of a full refund to encourage urgency and quick action.

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