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Office of Information Security is dedicated to safeguarding the data of our students, faculty and staff members at the University of Cincinnati.
🎄🔒 Happy Holidays from the Office of Information Security (OIS)!

🎁 Cyber-Smart Holiday Tips:
✅ Watch out for phishing emails posing as holiday deals
✅ Use strong, unique passwords (a gift to your future self!)
✅ Avoid public Wi-Fi when shopping online
✅ Keep devices and apps updated
December 8, 2025 at 2:48 PM
📱 It’s National App Day! While we love discovering new apps, not all are as friendly as they seem. 🕵️‍♀️

Before you tap “Download”:
🔍 Check app permissions
✅ Use official app stores
🔒 Keep your apps updated

#NationalAppDay #CyberAwareness #AppSafety #ThinkBeforeYouDownload

December 1, 2025 at 6:08 PM
🍪 Happy National Cookie Day! While we all love sweet treats, not all cookies are good for you — especially the ones tracking your online activity! 🕵️‍♂️

✅ Review your browser settings
✅ Clear cookies regularly
✅ Only accept cookies from trusted sites
December 1, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Fraud comes in many forms — but phishing remains one of the most common. OIS is here to help you spot the signs and stay protected:

📧 Be cautious with unexpected emails or texts
⚠️ Look out for urgent requests or unfamiliar links
🔐 Never share passwords or personal info via email
November 12, 2025 at 4:39 PM
🎃👻 Don’t Let Cyber Threats Haunt You This Halloween!
🎉 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

Who: Office of Information Security
What: Annual Spring Shred Event
When: Tuesday, October 28th
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM (or until full)
Where: East Campus – Health Sciences Building - Panzeca Way
October 22, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The Office of Information Security (OIS) reminds you to:

🔐 Use strong passwords & enable mfa
🎁 Watch out for fake festive deals and phishing links
🛍️ Shop only on trusted websites
📱 Avoid sharing personal info over unsecured networks
October 21, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The Office of Information Security welcomes all University of Cincinnati in our Annual Fall Shred Events.

What: Annual Spring Shred Event
When: Tuesday, October 7th (West Campus)
Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
Where: West Campus – Bearcat Commons Lots A (Behind Arts & Sciences Building)


September 22, 2025 at 4:12 PM