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Online shopping: Advantages and pitfalls

7 Jun 2020

Online shopping is wildly popular worldwide because of the convenience it affords consumers. However, there are some dangers to be aware of:

Why strong, unique passwords are important

27 Aug 2019

With all the recent news of widespread corporate security breaches, creating a unique password for each of your accounts can be paramount in ensuring that if your password gets stolen, it cannot be...

Cybersecurity tips for the holidays

11 Dec 2018

The holidays are upon us again…. giving, buying, travelling … and paying for it online, more and more. That’s what cybercriminals love. But you know better… this year you won’t be fooled,...

Cybersecurity Awareness October 2018

1 Nov 2018

With the rise of phishing, brute force attacks, online scams and more sophisticated technologies to help hackers decode passwords and break into accounts, initiatives like Cybersecurity Awareness...

Cyber-hygiene: How is a password like a toothbrush?

17 Sep 2018

The IT Services tent was present on lower campus during the first few weeks of Fall term, both on our own and as part of McGill Safety Week. We are collaborating with the Faculty of Dentistry, for...

Privacy is our shared responsibility

11 Jan 2018

As an official Data Privacy Day champion, McGill is spreading the word, and educating the McGill community on the importance of respecting privacy and safeguarding data.

Stay safe online this holiday season

4 Dec 2017

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Boxing Day… the sales are everywhere, even in our Inboxes. It should come as no surprise to note that this is also an opportune season for cybercriminals to take...

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