Third-party apps that use only a username and password to access Google Accounts will no longer be supported beginning September 30, 2024. Google made this change as part of its ongoing focus on user safety. This older sign-in method puts users at an additional risk of sharing Google account … [Read more...] about Google Sign-In for Third-Party Apps – Action Required
IT Status
Status updates and reminders regarding IT-managed systems and applications. Check it-status.lbl.gov for more system and security notifications, including planned and unscheduled downtime and outages.
LastPass URL Encryption – Action Required
LastPass will gradually roll out URL encryption to all users beginning in August 2024. Once the privacy enhancement becomes available for your LastPass account, you will be prompted in your vault to select Encrypt URLs now. This action is required for all LastPass users to encrypt the primary URL … [Read more...] about LastPass URL Encryption – Action Required
Google Authenticator App Loop Issue
Background On June 26, 2024, IT received numerous reports regarding an issue with the Google Authenticator app where users were unexpectedly signed out. As a result of a Google Authenticator loop issue, users could not sign back into the app and could no longer access their Lab MFA token. Some … [Read more...] about Google Authenticator App Loop Issue
Enable Stolen Device Protection for iPhones
When Stolen Device Protection is enabled, an additional layer of security is required if your iPhone is away from familiar locations such as home or work. The new iOS 17.3 feature helps prevent a thief from making critical changes. All Berkeley Lab users are encouraged to enable the feature on their … [Read more...] about Enable Stolen Device Protection for iPhones
Secure Your Identity with 1Password
By Tammy Campbell, Arica Chhay, Tap L Password management is an increasingly important and challenging responsibility. Websites and applications are expanding their requirements for robust, unique, and lengthy passwords in response to the growing number and sophistication of … [Read more...] about Secure Your Identity with 1Password
Update Legacy LastPass App for Mac Desktops
Starting on March 31, 2024, LastPass will no longer support their legacy application for Mac desktops. Staff who are still using an outdated version of the LastPass Mac desktop app may begin to see in-app alerts regarding the discontinuation of support in the coming weeks ahead. Be sure to take … [Read more...] about Update Legacy LastPass App for Mac Desktops
QR Code Use Policy
When used appropriately, QR codes may be useful for marketing events or campaigns. However, there is opportunity for misuse or cyber attacks if QR codes are not used carefully at the Lab. … [Read more...] about QR Code Use Policy
IPv6 Available on VPN and Visitor Wireless
IPv6 addresses are now offered on the Berkeley Lab VPN via DHCPv6 and on the visitor wireless network. A DHCPv6 client with IPv6 enabled or VPN that requests an IPv6 address will begin receiving them now that the configuration changes are complete. Visit the IT FAQ to learn more: VPN Information … [Read more...] about IPv6 Available on VPN and Visitor Wireless
Archive Universal Analytics Data by June 2024
Starting the week of July 1, 2024, users will no longer be able to access any Universal Analytics properties and all data will be deleted. To retain a backup of historical data, IT recommends completing a self-service data export by June 2024. … [Read more...] about Archive Universal Analytics Data by June 2024
End of Support for Outdated Operating Systems
This is a reminder for Berkeley Lab users regarding end of support for the following operating systems: Outdated operating systems increase the security risk for the Lab and must be upgraded or replaced. Systems deemed as security risks may be blocked with no prior warning from accessing the … [Read more...] about End of Support for Outdated Operating Systems
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