Increased 'phishing' attempts
Recent reports of a notable increase in ‘phishing' attempts in the education sector, together with news that the Australian National University has recently discovered a 2018 data breach, provide a timely reminder of the importance of data security.
All members of the University community are encouraged to be vigilant for possible 'phishing' attempts, and keep up to date with best-practice advice for emails and account security, as well as security for devices and data. You can access a range of information, including answers to some frequently-asked questions, at the links below:
Think you know the drill?
- Test your knowledge with our security games.
- For University of Adelaide staff, there is a mandatory staff training module in cybersecurity.
- If in doubt, the ITDS Service Desk are at hand to help with any staff queries. They can be contacted on +61 8 313 3000 or servicedesk@adelaide.edu.au.