Cornell security liaisons, technical support providers, and those interested in learning more about security-related topics are invited to join the monthly IT Security SIG meeting.

Cornell security liaisons, technical support providers, and those interested in learning more about security-related topics are invited to join the monthly IT Security SIG meeting.

When critical systems fail at scale, the immediate impact is impossible to miss: grounded flights, stalled operations, and students suddenly unable to access assignments, submit coursework, or complete exams. But the outage isn’t the only problem.What follows—often within hours—is a quieter, more…

Cornell security liaisons, technical support providers, and those interested in learning more about security-related topics are invited to join the monthly IT Security SIG meeting.

Cornell security liaisons, technical support providers, and those interested in learning more about security-related topics are invited to join the monthly IT Security SIG meeting.

Cornell security liaisons, technical support providers, and those interested in learning more about security-related topics are invited to join the monthly IT Security SIG meeting.

Tax season has begun and so have tax-related scams. Protect yourself by learning how to recognize and avoid the scams that target taxpayers.  

A new feature, Microsoft’s First Contact Safety Tip, has been enabled for Cornell email accounts through Microsoft Exchange.

Beginning Monday, December 15, 2025, Cornell will enable more aggressive anti-phishing protections that come with our investment in Microsoft A5 Defender. These settings have previously been piloted by CIT and other IT staff and did not result in any major issues. What to expectThe new…

Cybercriminals work year-round to steal personal and financial information, but they are busier than ever during the holiday season. From November through December, many people take advantage of online shopping and travel services. As these activities increase, so do the notifications and emails…

This October we hope you learned some of the simple but powerful actions you can take to Stay Safe Online. In case you missed it, take a few minutes now to learn all about:

A new scam is popping up in inboxes disguised as an official LastPass email. Be wary of official-looking LastPass emails telling you that your account has been compromised, or that you need to download a “security patch” to regain access to your account.

Student employees will be enrolled in ITSO 102 FY25 Cybersecurity Training and Attestation on October 16. This is the same course that all faculty and staff are required to complete annually. Students who are not employed by Cornell do not need to take the course.The course has three parts:  

A Message from Robert Edamala, Chief Information Security OfficerGreetings,It’s that time of year! October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), an annual campaign to share helpful resources everyone needs to stay safe and secure online.In today’s digital world, cybersecurity isn’t…

College students are being targeted in a new scam that lures them in with the promise of tickets to sports or concert events and leaves them empty-handed. If you fall for their tricks, the scammers not only get your money but they also steal your identity. The university’s Division of Public Safety…

For over a decade, Tim Bradish has helped shield and strengthen Cornell services and systems against attack. In a spotlight story on the Human Resources (HR) home page, the associate chief information security officer attributed his team’s success to their interest in working with each other and…

AI meeting assistants or “bots” can be used for monitoring, summarizing, and recording virtual meetings. They are powerful tools for the purposes of accessibility and convenience but should also be used with caution. Whenever AI is involved, you should know how its use could impact your privacy and…