Passwords are a critical barrier that protect our accounts by verifying our identity and granting us access. A cybercriminal will use phishing to deceive us into revealing our passwords through manipulative language and fraudulent emails. To effectively mitigate the risks associated with phishing, it is important to report any suspicious cyber activity. Reporting helps effectively identify and respond to these threats.
In Week 4 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM), empower yourself to be a cyber hero by taking proactive steps to better protect yourself, your friends and family, and the Bruin Community in an increasingly digital world. During this week, the CAM content covers how you can:
- Create and store strong passwords to protect your online accounts.
- Identify a phishing attack to avoid becoming a victim.
- Report suspicious cyber activity to mitigate any negative consequences.
Below are more resources and tips.
Additional ‘Be A Cyber Hero’ resources
Use Strong Passwords
WHY DO WE NEED STRONG PASSWORDS?
Passwords are the keys to our digital lives. Simple passwords that use common identifying information (e.g., birthdays and pet names) are not safe for protecting our online accounts.
Password Video
Phishing: Don't Take the Bait
WHAT IS PHISHING AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?
Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where you are contacted via email by a cybercriminal posing as a trusted source.
Phishing Video
How to Report
WHY IS REPORTING IMPORTANT?
Reporting unusual or suspicious cyber behavior is one of the most important things you can do to be a Cyber Hero.
To learn more about Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM) at UCLA, visit the CAM Homepage or the UCLA Slack Channel (#SecureUCLA).
