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Storage Caps Added to Cornell Faculty, Student, and Staff Google Accounts
Storage caps were applied to faculty, student, and staff Cornell Google Drive accounts.
Stay Safe from Scammers During Tax Season
This tax season, be alert for scams targeting taxpayers and especially educational institutions. Stay safe from criminals claiming to be from the IRS and watch out for suspicious or phishy communications. Scams take many forms, including phone calls, texts, and email. Learn how to protect yourself and recognize the signs of fraud.
Cyberattack Threat Is High; Safeguard Your Devices Now
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other federal and state agencies have advised Cornell’s information security team and Cornell University Police that there is a serious risk of cyberattacks emanating from Russia. All faculty and staff are urged to ensure that their laptops, computers, and other devices are protected as quickly as possible. Specifically:
Outlook for Android to Require Android 8.0 or Greater Beginning May 23, 2022
Effective May 23, 2022, Microsoft has announced that the mobile app Outlook for Android will no longer be supported on Android version 7.1 or earlier. If you have Outlook for Android installed on your mobile device, make sure your device is running Android version 8 or higher.
Data Privacy Week: January 24-28, 2022
Data Privacy Week is January 24–28. Cornell has signed on as a 2022 Champion to help ensure a culture of digital privacy for all. Learn how to manage your personal information and keep it secure. Be #PrivacyAware.
Protect Yourself with CISA's Mobile Device Cybersecurity Checklist
CISA has recently released the actionable Mobile Device Cybersecurity Checklist for Consumers. Take these simple steps now to help strengthen your defense against cyber threats.
New Skillsoft Platform Launching November 15, 2021
Skillsoft has launched a new website for Cornell users designed to make learning easier, more accessible, and more effective. The Skillsoft website has a new URL: Cornell.percipio.com. Please be sure to update your bookmarks with this new location.
Oracle Java SE Licensing at Cornell University
Oracle has changed its Java licensing. This limits Cornell University's ability to use certain versions of Java on university-owned systems. Java users can continue using Oracle Java usage their use complies with the new license agreement.
Zoom to Enforce Stricter Upgrade Requirements Starting November 1
Zoom will soon require users to keep their copies of Zoom apps updated to within nine months of the most recent release. Any copies of Zoom older than this will prompt the user to upgrade to the current version before launching.