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To celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness month and our ongoing efforts to safeguard sensitive information and enhance our collective digital security, we’re excited to announce three key cybersecurity initiatives rolling out over the coming weeks. These initiatives aim to bolster our cybersecurity awareness and resilience; your participation is vital to their success.
Why This Matters: Cybersecurity is not just an IT issue; it’s a shared responsibility that impacts all of us. Whether you're a student, faculty member, or staff, your everyday actions help protect our campus’s digital environment. With these initiatives, we hope to make it easier for everyone to stay informed, vigilant, and proactive in securing our online community.
Coming Soon:
1. Simulated Phishing Campaign
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re launching a simulated phishing campaign starting in October. This initiative is designed to educate and empower you to spot phishing attempts and avoid potential threats. It’s not a test, but a learning opportunity for all of us. By participating, you’ll help strengthen our defenses against real-world phishing attacks and enhance our campus’s overall cybersecurity posture.
To get credit for reporting the simulated phishing emails you need to report the emails using the KnowBe4 Phish Alert button for more information please see the Service Desk Knowledge base article below:
https://cobleskill.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/277/Portal/KB/Edit?ID=10772
2. Mandatory Security Training (October - December 15)
Starting in the first week of October, we will be rolling out mandatory cybersecurity training. This training is designed to equip everyone with the knowledge and tools to stay safe online. All Employees must complete an attestation form and training modules by December 15th. By engaging in this training, you’ll help protect campus resources and improve your personal cybersecurity awareness.
These trainings will be sent out via email coming from the email address knowbe4training@cobleskill.edu and will look similar to the email shown below:
To review the training, you can visit Knowbe4 at any time using the link below:
https://training.knowbe4.com/ui/login
To get an understanding of how to use the KnowBe4 training platform and how to use the KnowBe4 mobile app please visit the link below:
https://cobleskill.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/277/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=11155
If you have any feedback regarding the cybersecurity training materials or the simulated phishing please do not hesitate to reach out to the service desk at 518-255-5800.
3. Weekly Cybersecurity Tips (Starting October 7th)
To share insightful information regarding cybersecurity, we’ll be sharing weekly cybersecurity tips via email beginning October 7th. These short, practical tips offer guidance on improving your digital security, both on campus and at home. Whether it’s securing your passwords or spotting suspicious emails, these tips are designed to be simple and actionable for everyone.
We’re in this together: Thank you for your attention and commitment to helping create a safer digital environment. Cybersecurity is a team effort, and by working together, we can protect our campus and ensure a secure online experience for all. Your participation is key, and we’re confident these initiatives will equip us all to stay one step ahead of online threats.
If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s take this opportunity to learn, grow, and protect our campus together.