Starting in January 2025, the Identity Management (IdM) team at Berkeley Lab will remove the requirement for password changes on your Berkeley Lab identity and Active Directory accounts. This update aligns Lab account requirements with modern cyber security best practices. This change is designed … [Read more...] about A holiday present from IT: No more password changes
Keep your computer safe going into 2025
As the year winds down and we prepare to take a well-deserved break, there is one effective step to make sure you start 2025 securely: turn off your computer before the break. This small action helps safeguard both your personal data as well as Berkeley Lab data, and it saves energy. Why … [Read more...] about Keep your computer safe going into 2025
Pop up Scams
The Berkeley Lab community continues to report encounters with pop-up scams. These pop-ups, designed to look like security alerts or virus warnings, claim your computer has a virus or that you need to update your software immediately. The pop-ups either urge you to click buttons, such as "Scan … [Read more...] about Pop up Scams
Evolving Phishing Tactics
Phishing continues to target the Berkeley Lab community, through fake emails and text messages. These attacks can be difficult to recognize because they often impersonate colleagues. It’s critical for Lab colleagues to understand the latest phishing tactics to protect Berkeley Lab. Below are three … [Read more...] about Evolving Phishing Tactics
#1 Action to Take for Cyber Security
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a perfect time to talk about the number one thing you can do for cyber security: keep your operating systems (OS) and applications updated. This simple task is essential to protecting both personal and organizational data, especially in Berkeley Lab’s open … [Read more...] about #1 Action to Take for Cyber Security
New podcast “Cyber Supplements” by the Berkeley Lab IT Cyber Security team
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and we’re starting this month off strong with a new monthly podcast on cyber security topics called “Cyber Supplements". Hosted by the Berkeley Lab IT Cyber Security Team, these sessions are intended to promote awareness and understanding on cyber security … [Read more...] about New podcast “Cyber Supplements” by the Berkeley Lab IT Cyber Security team
New Phishing Tactics: QR codes and SMS
The Berkeley Lab Cyber Security group has identified a new phishing tactic that uses an image file and QR codes to bypass spam filters. The attacker then takes the attack to your phone, communicating with you via SMS messages. The attacker's goal with this phishing scam is to acquire your MFA … [Read more...] about New Phishing Tactics: QR codes and SMS
Browser Pop-Ups Lead to Phone Scams
By Arica Chhay, Jay Krous, Michael Smitasin Berkeley Lab Cyber Security wants to make you aware of an ongoing attack using fake pop-up windows. This method has been observed several times at the Lab in the last few months. The pop-ups appear to be from Microsoft or an antivirus program attempting … [Read more...] about Browser Pop-Ups Lead to Phone Scams
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
Copyright Infringement Claims Against the Lab are on the Rise
In recent weeks, Lab IT and the Office of Laboratory Counsel (OLC) have observed copyright infringement claims against the Lab that request settlement payments. If you receive communication about a copyright infringement claim, do not respond and immediately contact OLC at olc@lbl.gov and IT at … [Read more...] about Copyright Infringement Claims Against the Lab are on the Rise
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