Attempting to log in with blank, default, and common usernames and passwords is a widely used attack technique. Unlike most enterprise or corporate networks, Berkeley Lab has an open computing environment so changing default credentials is especially important. To facilitate science and … [Read more...] about Cyber Security Awareness: Default Passwords
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Cyber Security Awareness Month: Phone Scams
In support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the IT Division is highlighting phone scams and offering tips on how to avoid attacks. Scammers often take advantage of busy times throughout the year when people are distracted or vulnerable, such as during holidays, tax season, back-to-school, and … [Read more...] about Cyber Security Awareness Month: Phone Scams
Cyber Security Awareness Month: SMS Phishing
The IT Division is releasing a series of educational tips and reminders to promote the importance of cybersecurity across Berkeley Lab. Be sure to also check out events and learning opportunities hosted by UC Berkeley and UCOP … [Read more...] about Cyber Security Awareness Month: SMS Phishing
Before Getting Windows 11
Windows has recently released their newest operating system, Windows 11. LBNL IT does not recommend upgrading to Windows 11 at this time. We would like to caution our users to be careful before deciding to upgrade or install. You need to ask yourself the following questions before choosing to … [Read more...] about Before Getting Windows 11
Invalid license error message on Windows login screen
By Ian Vaino on 2021-09-16T18:07:09Z Please be advised that as a result of vendor delays, users of a small number of Windows Systems at Berkeley Lab may see an error message about an illegal license on the WIndows logon screen, starting on Friday September 17, 2021. The message will … [Read more...] about Invalid license error message on Windows login screen
Security Alert: Update macOS, iOS and watchOS
By Tammera E Campbell on 2021-09-14T19:25:33Z Please take action to update to iOS 14.8, macOS Big Sur 11.6, and watchOS 7.6.2 on Berkeley Lab and personal Apple systems immediately. Last week, The Citizen Lab informed Apple about a new zero-click iMessage exploit targeting Apple's image … [Read more...] about Security Alert: Update macOS, iOS and watchOS
Security Update for Google Drive File Permissions
By Derrick Johnson on 2021-07-29T17:09:57Z On September 13, 2021, Google Drive is releasing a security update that will apply to some Drive files. The security update will make Google Drive files more secure by updating their links to include a resource key and may lead to some new file access … [Read more...] about Security Update for Google Drive File Permissions
General Windows Update Guidance
By Tap L on 2021-07-15T00:08:20Z All Windows system users, Microsoft releases Monthly Updates (patches) to keep your computer as secure as possible. As onerous as it may seem, keeping your Windows system up to date is a very important part of using any modern operating system with … [Read more...] about General Windows Update Guidance
Critical security updates for Windows system – PrintNightmare
By Tap L on 2021-07-09T20:25:48Z To all Windows system users, Microsoft has recently released some critical security updates regarding PrintNightmare. Please run Windows Update and check if your system requires any patches. It is strongly recommended to do this NOW and monitor any future … [Read more...] about Critical security updates for Windows system – PrintNightmare
What is PrintNightmare
What is PrintNightmare Originally this issues was due to CVE-2021-1675 and you simply applied a patch released in June to fix it. However, another vulnerably was discovered a short time later CVE-2021-34527. There is currently no patch for this vulnerability. This is an emerging situation … [Read more...] about What is PrintNightmare
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