Information Security

Fun, informational ways to promote cybersecurity

Throughout October, the UNMC and Nebraska Medicine Information Security will host a variety of events and activities.  

Sep 27, 2024

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Microsoft Azure outage has limited impact to UNMC, Nebraska Medicine

The outage was not caused due to a cyber incident, and UNMC and Nebraska Medicine IT will continue closely monitoring the situation.

Jul 19, 2024

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IT implementing new password reset process 

A self-service password reset process is being implemented to enhance safety against cybersecurity threats.

Jul 3, 2024

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IT advises how to avoid QR code scams

Here is a guide to protect against QR code phishing attacks.

Jun 6, 2024

Password length is increasing to strengthen cybersecurity

Starting next week, user passwords will be set to a minimum of 15 characters.

Mar 8, 2024

IT offers alert about text message ‘SMiShing’ scams

These tips will help reduce the risk of becoming a victim text message phishing and other phishing scams.

Feb 27, 2024

Email attacks on the rise

IT asks for help to stop the phishing problem. Whenever an email looks strange, click “Report Phish.”

Feb 7, 2024

IT raises alert on Microsoft Teams issue

A change will be made to a Microsoft Teams configuration to avoid potential security risks to the organization.

Feb 1, 2024

Chancellor advises: Beware phishing emails

In this message to UNMC, Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, warns that phishing cyberattacks are increasing and urges everyone to be alert.

Dec 26, 2023

UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD

Beware: Phishing emails affecting UNMC addresses

IT advised that if anyone received a phish email and clicked on the link, they should change their password.

Dec 18, 2023

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