CLA Computer Safety Awareness & Resources
- UMD ITSS Virus and Secuirty Info: http://www.d.umn.edu/itss/security/
- computer security information:
http://www.d.umn.edu/itss/security/ - Symantec Antivirus:
http://www.d.umn.edu/itss/security/nav/
- computer security information:
- Security FAQs:
http://www.security-faqs.com/how-to-identify-and-avoid-anti-virus-scams.html
- Adobe Risks / Vulnerabilities:
http://tinyurl.com/24zujmf
- 10 tips on ways to avoid identity theft at college:
http://www.net-security.org/secworld.php?id=7897
- FTC's Web site on Identity Theft:
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/ - Office of Inforamtion Technology UMN:
- Safe Computing: http://safecomputing.umn.edu/
- Phishing: http://safecomputing.umn.edu/safepractices/phishing.html
- OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
- Homepage: http://www.onguardonline.gov/default.aspx
- 7 Practices for Computer Security: http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/computer-security.aspx
- Topics: http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/overview.aspx
- Rogue PDFs account for 80% of all exploits, says researcher:
http://www.computerworld.com/s/article/9157438/Rogue_PDFs_account_for_80_of_all_exploits_says_researcher
Symantec Guide to Scary Internet Stuff - Phishing
Symantec Guide to Scary Internet Stuff - Botnets
Symantec Guide to Scary Internet Stuff - Pests on your PC
Symantec Guide to Scary Internet Stuff - Losing your data
Symantec Guide to Scary Internet Stuff - No 4 Drive-by downloads
Pests on Your PC - Viruses, Trojans & Worms
Phishing Scams in Plain English
A short guide to recognizing and avoiding phishing scams. This video comes in an unbranded "presentation quality" version that can be licensed for use in the workplace.
Being Safe Online
Teresa, who did not realize the future consequences of revealing too much personal information online, is tracked by a stranger in less than a half hour. This shocking video takes an inside look at the realities of sharing key identifiers in chatrooms and instant message profiles.
Facebook Security
Facebook is making major changes to its privacy settings - giving you the opportunity to share your personal information with "everyone" on the internet. But is that wise?
Facebook Privacy and Security
Kris and Leo cover the security/privacy features of Facebook on Lab with Leo.
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