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Cyber security matters - #15 Social engineering

28 May 2025

Social engineering involves tricking someone into divulging information or enabling access to data networks


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Cyber security matters - #14 Preventing credential compromise

25 April 2025

Credential compromise is the theft or unauthorised use of credentials like usernames and passwords - we explore how it happens and how to stop it.


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Cyber security matters - #13 Data Entry Phishing

14 March 2025

Our Cyber Security awareness campaign is designed to keep you and the University safe and secure. This month, we talk ‘Data Entry Phishing’


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Cyber Security matters – #11 staying safe on your mobile device

10 January 2025

Cyber Security threats impact us all but do you know about the common threats to mobile phones and how to avoid them?


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Cyber Security matters – #8 Account compromise

16 September 2024

This month, we explore the risks associated with compromised accounts and share tips on how to protect yourself and stop this happening to you.


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Cyber Security matters – #6 Using online resources safely

15 July 2024

Our monthly cyber security series continues as we discuss using online resources safely.


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Cyber Security matters – #5 Using QR codes and readers safely

14 June 2024

QR codes and readers are part of our everyday lives - but how can we make sure we stay safe when using them?


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Cyber Security - What is it? Why does it matter? And how to play your part

22 January 2024

We hear about Cyber Security everywhere, but what is it? Why does it matter? And what can you do to play your part in keeping us all secure?