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Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 2026. His dream continues to inspire change and equality for all.

New Year, New You! (Yes, we're still saying it.) Let's make 2026 the year your cyber habits truly shine!

Happy New Year from the Office of Information Security! Wishing you a year filled with safety and success.

The University of Cincinnati will be closed December 24, 2025 – January 1, 2026 for Winter Season Days. During this time, staff will not be available for assistance. 📧 If you still need help, feel free to email us—responses will resume the week of January 5, 2026.

🎄🔒 Happy Holidays from the Office of Information Security (OIS)! 🎁 Cyber-Smart Holiday Tips: ✅ Watch out for phishing emails posing as holiday deals ✅ Use strong, unique passwords (a gift to your future self!) ✅ Keep devices and apps updated

📱 It’s National App Day! While we love discovering new apps, not all are as friendly as they seem. 🕵️‍♀️ Before you tap “Download”: 🔍 Check app permissions ✅ Use official app stores 🔒 Keep your apps updated Celebrate smart — protect your data while you enjoy your apps!

🍪 Happy National Cookie Day! While we all love sweet treats, not all cookies are good for you — especially the ones tracking your online activity! 🕵️‍♂️ ✅ Review your browser settings ✅ Clear cookies regularly ✅ Only accept cookies from trusted sites

🛑🔍 It’s International Fraud Awareness Week! Fraud comes in many forms — but phishing remains one of the most common. 📧 Be cautious with unexpected emails or texts ⚠️ Look out for urgent requests or unfamiliar links 🔐 Never share passwords or personal info via email

As the holiday shopping season kicks off, the Office of Information Security (OIS) reminds you to shop smart and stay cyber safe: 🛑 Don’t click on suspicious links or “too good to be true” deals 🛒 Stick to trusted retailers and secure websites (look for https://)

🪔💻 This Diwali, Light Up Your Devices — Not Cyber Risks! The Office of Information Security (OIS) wants to remind you to: 🔐 Use strong passwords & enable multi-factor authentication 📱 Avoid sharing personal info over unsecured networks

🎃👻 Don’t Let Cyber Threats Haunt You This Halloween! The Office of Information Security has some not-so-scary tips: 🕸️ Beware of phishy emails dressed as spooky deals 🧛‍♂️ Don’t get tricked — verify links before you click 🧙‍♀️ Keep your software updated and devices protected

🧼💻 Time for a Digital Hygiene Check-Up! The Office of Information Security (OIS) recommends a quick cyber clean-up: ✅ Change outdated or reused passwords 🛡️ Turn on multi-factor authentication 🧹 Delete unused apps and accounts 🔄 Update software and security settings

🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! The Office of Information Security (OIS) is here to help you stay informed 🧠 Learn the basics: Think before you click 🔐 Use strong passwords + enable MFA 🛡️ Keep your software updated 📧 Report phishing — don’t fall for it

🎣 Don’t Take the Bait! Phishing emails are getting smarter — but so can you. ✔️ Check the sender ✔️ Hover over links ✔️ Never share personal info via email Stay alert, report suspicious messages, and protect your data. #ThinkBeforeYouClick #CyberSecurity #PhishingAwareness

🔐 Think your password is enough? Think again. The Office of Information Security recommends you add an extra layer of protection with Multifactor Authentication (MFA) — because one step isn’t always secure enough. Secure your accounts. Stay cyber smart. 🛡️ #CyberAwareness

🔐 Your Password Is the Key — Make It Strong! The Office of Information Security recommends you: ✅ Use long, unique passwords for every account 🔑 Consider a password manager to keep track securely 🚫 Avoid using names, birthdays, or “123456” 🔄 Update old passwords regularly

🔍 September is National Insider Threat Awareness Month The Office of Information Security (OIS) wants to remind you to: ✅ Stay alert ✅ Report suspicious behavior ✅ Protect what matters Security starts with awareness. #CyberAwareness #OIS #NIATM

🧃Coffee shops. ✈️Airports. 📶 Campus Wi-Fi. Public networks = public risks. ➤ Avoid logging into sensitive accounts ➤ Use a VPN if possible ➤ Never enter credit card info over public Wi-Fi ➤ Always log out of websites when done 🐾 Stay smart. Stay secure.

🎒📱 Heading back to campus? Don’t forget your cyber hygiene checklist. ✅ Update your UC passwords ✅ Turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA) ✅ Update your devices and apps A new semester means a fresh start — make sure your data gets one too.

🔐 Cybersecurity in July 🔐 As we dive into the second half of the year, it’s the perfect time to refresh your digital defense habits! 🖥️ Avoid suspicious links 🛡️ Use multi-factor authentication 🔑 Create strong, unique passwords