1. October is National CyberSecurity Awareness Month OIT and IT providers across campus are launching an awareness campaign to provide tips and resources to help you stay safe online and protect AU resources. Learn More at: http://KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology

2. Phishing Phishing is an attempt to criminally and fraudulently acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords and credit card details, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication Learn More at: http://KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology

3. For tips on how to protect your personal and financial information visit: KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology

4. Phishing Facts 59 million phishing e-mails are sent each day About 1 in 6 are opened In 2006, about 109 million U.S. adults received phishing e-mail attacks The average loss per victim in 2006 was $1,244 Figures Courtesy The Washington Post Learn More at: http://KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology

5. Tips to Protect Yourself Watch out for “phishy” emails Don’t click on links within emails that ask for your personal information Only open email attachments if you’re expecting them and know what they contain Report phishing, whether you’re a victim or not Learn More at: http://KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology

6. Learn More at: http://KeepITSafe.auburn.edu Office of Information Technology