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Top 10 Security Tips

Top 10 Security Tips

  1. Beware of phishing scams
  2. Create strong passwords/Use a password management tool
  3. Secure your mobile devices
  4. Use Two Factor Authentication
  5. Install antivirus software
  6. Keep your devices updated & secured
  7. Download files legally
  8. Monitor your online accounts
  9. Limit your public presence online
  10. Back-up your data/Be careful what you store online

Learn More

  • Email [EXT] Subject Line
  • Scams
  • Employment Scams
  • Malware
  • Public Wireless Hotspots
  • Phishing Tests
  • Secure Login and File Transfer

Need Help?

  • Univ IT Help Desk (585) 275-2000
  • univithelp@rochester.edu
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    Report an incident or malicious activity

    • abuse@rochester.edu
    • Suspicious Email Forwarding Instructions

    Submit suggestions for Security Tips of the Week

    • UnivIT_SP@ur.rochester.edu

    Submit Service Request

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