Information Security Alerts

Better Business Bureau warns of Fake BBB Complaint Confirmation Phish

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:00:00 GMT

The Better Business Bureau is warning of a New Phishing E-mail Posing as BBB Complaint Confirmation. See http://www.enewsbuilder.net/bbbdsc/e_article001571340.cfm?x=bg9wmHR,b8RJ7rJD for details.

New Spearphishing Attack on RIT Users

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Most RIT users received an e-mail purportedly from the Webmail team. The e-mail requested username, password, and faculty/dept. information. Check today's MessageCenter for more information.REMEMBER: RIT will NEVER ask for your password.

New Shockwave Patch released

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Adobe has released a Shockwave patch to address a security vulnerability. They recommend uninstalling earlier versions and then installing 11.5.0.600. For more information....

Apple releases new QuickTime critical security patches

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Apple has released a critical security update for QuickTime on both Mac and Windows platforms. The QuickTime patch (v 7.6.2) fixes vulnerabilities that may allow arbitrary code execution. Details are at QuickTime 7.6.2.

Adobe and Apple release patches

Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Adobe and Apple have released security updates for Adobe Acrobat and Mac OS X: Adobe

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New Zero Day attack against unpatched Adobe vulnerability

Fri, 01 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Adobe recommends turning off Javascript within Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader. They provide instructions at link.

Unpatched Vulnerability in Microsoft Office PowerPoint

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Vulnerability in Microsoft Office PowerPoint Could Allow Remote Code Execution

Microsoft and others are reporting an unpatched vulnerability that allows attackers to use malicious PowerPoint files. These files could be received through e-mail, instant messaging, or from a website. Users are asked to open unexpected attachments with care. For more information, visit Microsoft.

Conficker Worm Alert!

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT

US CERT has released an alert about the Conficker Worm targeting Windows systems. Millions of computers worldwide are believed to be infected.The link below provides information on detecting and removing the worm. If you have the worm and are not able to remove it, please contact your Help Desk.link

Tips on using USB drives safely

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT

CERT has published useful tips on safe use of USB drives. USB drives are being used to infect computers with malware. For more information...

Cyber Security Tips Newsletter (Phishing)

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

MS-ISAC Cyber Security Tips Newsletter for October Phishing
Practice Digital Self Defense by detecting and avoiding phishing attempts!

New Critical Microsoft Patches for September

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Microsoft has released patches to address critical vulnerabilities in Windows and other products. Visit Microsoft security updates for September 2008 for details.

Spam Alert: Huge Volumes of Fake CNN/MSNBC News Updates

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Beware of e-mail masquerading as updates from CNN or as the CNN Top Ten. The e-mail links to web sites that will attempt to install malware. MX Logic provides a screenshot of the email.
UPDATE: We're now seeing MSNBC Breaking News as well. See MSNBC / CNN malware for an example.

Evaluating And Protecting Yourself From The Cold-Boot Encryption Attack

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Researchers at Princeton University have demonstrated how to retrieve infomation from RAM that has been just turned off. This article discusses what you need to know and how to protect yourself. Link

New Spear Phishing Attack Targets Students

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Online fraudsters have put college students in their sights.In an ongoing attack, students and faculty at nearly a dozen universities and colleges have been targeted by phishing e-mails since the middle of January. http://www.securityfocus.com/news/11504

Fake Windows Update Email

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

There is a fake Windows update email circulating on the Internet. An example of the message may be seen at http://sunbeltblog.blogspot.com/2008/01/fake-ms-update.html

Facebook privacy

Fri, 04 Jan 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Facebook Privacy settings recommended by Sophos

Help protect yourself against identity theft by using the right Facebook privacy settings.

If you're a Facebook user, become a fan of RIT Information Security and join us as we discuss how to protect yourself online.