October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
As we enter the month of October, we’re championing ways that our community can stay safe online with resources, tips, and tools that anyone can use to protect themselves and our community.
The Core Four
Four ways to secure your online identity.
Be mindful of the information you share with AI
With the rise of AI tools, it’s important to remember that any information you share with AI tools is not private, and you should always avoid sharing any sensitive or confidential data with any AI platforms. If you wouldn’t share something publicly, don’t share it with AI.
Cybersecurity Resources at NAU
Report a phishing attempt or scam to ITS
If you recieve a suspicious email you think may be a phishing attempt or scam, you can report it using your email application’s built-in report feature, or forward it to us at phishing@nau.edu.
Cybersecurity training for NAU employees
NAU employees are required to take annual cybersecurity training to be up-to-date with best practices for protecting NAU data. Learn more about the training at the link below.