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A Message from Robert Edamala, Chief Information Security Officer
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), an annual campaign to share helpful resources everyone needs to stay safe and secure online. You’ll see tips, activities, and resources shared each week, and we encourage you to participate, ask questions, and take advantage of everything being offered.
Cornell Moves Forward on DMARC Enforcement to Prevent Email Fraud
Starting Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the direction of IT leadership, Cornell will begin moving forward at an accelerated pace toward the goal of enforcing DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance ) policies.
Chrome Change May Initiate Unnecessary Extra Steps for Passkeys
Chrome/Chromium v141 changes may impact the Beyond Identity authenticator and result in extra steps before authenticating with Secure Connect.
New Login Experience for Microsoft Admin Portals
On Friday, September 26, 2025, CIT will implement two new security features to strengthen authentication for Azure, Entra, Intune, and M365. To learn more about these changes, refer to Changes to Authentication Process for Microsoft Admin Portals.
Current Top Ten Hot IT Topics
Looking to find out more about key IT@Cornell services? This list is updated periodically to reflect topics most in demand by those in the Cornell community.
ILR Dean Alexander Colvin to Keynote “Emerging Tech Dialogues - The Future of Work”
ILR Dean Alexander Colvin will be a keynote speaker for the upcoming "Emerging Tech Dialogues - The Future of Work."
New Seamless Login Feature for Box Account-holders Using Microsoft 365 on Desktop
Microsoft has released a new seamless login feature for Box. If you collaborate with Microsoft 365 files through Box Drive on desktop, you can grant access to Box and enjoy co-authoring features without having to log in every time. If you have not previously logged in or connected Box in this way, the next time you open a Microsoft 365 file from Box on desktop you'll be prompted to sign in. Follow the guide to grant access to Box for Microsoft Desktop co-authoring.
Important Two-Step Login (Duo) Changes Continue on Sept. 23
Beginning in August 2025, in response to increased threats to Cornell NetID passwords and systems, changes will be made to Two-Step Login (Duo).
Don’t Forget: Zoom’s AI Companion Can Enhance Meetings with AI-Generated Summaries and Recordings
Earlier this year, Cornell approved use of several new features in Zoom that use generative AI to provide additional content such as meeting summaries, in-meeting questions about discussion that has taken place, and “smart” cloud video recordings. Remember, when using Zoom AI Companion features—as with any generative AI tool—be mindful of privacy, data security, and accuracy concerns.
Phish or Phact? Don’t Let Scammers Outsmart You
The start of the semester also brings a new onslaught of attempts to part you from your NetID. You worked hard to earn that NetID, and it’s up to you to safeguard it from thieves. Here are some tips to help you do exactly that.