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Are you paranoid or are cybercriminals out to get you? Scammers pivot to a new strategy when the old methods no longer work. Be prepared and you have nothing to fear.

The holidays are very appealing to hackers, which lead to an uptick in phishing and ransomware attacks.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a login process that requires you to verify your identity in more than one way. Use MFA to ensure you’re the only person who can access your account, even if your password is stolen.

UT Southwestern departments have a responsibility to ensure that the technology they acquire first meets security and compliance requirements and is approved by the Information Systems Acquisition Committee (ISAC), which governs the acquisitions of information systems, software, and related equipment.

Recently, a well-known technology company experienced a network security breach initiated through an employee’s personal Google account. The employee enabled password syncing via Google Chrome and saved their work credentials in their browser – synchronizing their work and personal passwords. The attackers compromised the personal account, and multiple corporate systems were accessed.

Scammers publish fake customer service phone numbers on the internet for well-known businesses.

Learn about benefits and eligibility requirements to participate in UT Southwestern's Retiree Group Insurance.

"Nomophobia” or “no mobile phone phobia” is described as an overwhelming fear of not having access to a working cell phone. Symptoms are constantly checking for messages or notifications, phone use in inappropriate situations, and anxiety if no cell service is available.

Fraudulent links (URLs) and attachments found in emails can lead you to dangerous sites, putting your data, computer, and the UTSW network at risk.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has warned of ongoing scams. Malicious links in emails or text messages are designed to trick recipients into sharing Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, or other personal information that could be used in identity theft or to file fraudulent tax claims.