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Beware of scam texts impersonating Kentucky government agencies

Corinne Boyer
 Jun 9, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

You’ve likely seen or received a text message claiming to be from a Kentucky-based government agency urging you to take immediate action to pay a fine or toll. It’s important to understand that legitimate government agencies will never send a text message demanding that the recipient pay a fine, that’s according to the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security.

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How to avoid online shopping scams on TikTok Shop

Sarah Riley
 Jun 9, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

While this in-app shopping experience may seem convenient, one estimate suggests nearly half of users have fallen victim to TikTok Shop scams. The most common scams include the sale of counterfeit items, failure to deliver products, and impersonation of verified brands.

Ayah Pitch Competition

UK ITS Cybersecurity Assistant wins PNC Wildcat Pitch Competition

Corinne Boyer
 May 7, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

With an idea aimed at bridging the gap between cybersecurity literacy and seniors, ultimately, this motivated Abdeldayem to enter the PNC pitch competition on April 26,2025 where she, her brother Naji Abdeldayem, a high school junior, and UK classmate Hannah Hale won first place at the pitch competition and received $5,000 in startup funds for AFO Cyber LLC.

TechKnow Podcast Clicky

TechKnow Episode 9: Social media and data privacy

Corinne Boyer
 Apr 10, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

When signing up for social media or an online account of any kind, have you ever considered how much personal data you’re giving away? According to UK ITS Director of Privacy, Governance, Risk, and Compliance Michael P. Sheron, “You should always be thinking, what am I giving away, and what do I get in return?”

UK_CYBERCON

UK ITS seeks speakers and participants for UK_CYBERCON 2025

Apr 4, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

Are you passionate about cybersecurity? Whether you're an expert, professional, researcher or a cybersecurity enthusiast, UK_CYBERCON 2025 wants to hear from you. Hosted by University of Kentucky Information Technology Services (UK ITS), this fourth annual cybersecurity conference is your chance to make an impact, share your knowledge and network with a dynamic audience.

Email

What you need to know about upcoming changes to University of Kentucky retiree accounts

Corinne Boyer
 Mar 10, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

At the University of Kentucky, safeguarding our accounts, data and systems from cyber threats is a top priority. To uphold this commitment, UK ITS is introducing new requirements for retiree accounts. These changes will impact both current retirees and those planning to retire in the future.

AI Chat

It’s Data Privacy Week. Here’s why you should never share your personal information chatbots

Corinne Boyer and Michael P. Sheron
 Jan 27, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

Although Artificial Intelligence tools like chatbots are valuable at helping troubleshoot common issues, it’s important to be mindful of the information you share with any AI chatbot. AI tools can be particularly useful when tailoring your resume and job searching, however, experts say you should never input your personal information

Duo Mobile

Multi-factor authentication required for Zoom starting January 9

Corinne Boyer
Jan 6, 2025
Cybersecurity, News

Starting January 9, 2025, multi-factor authentication (MFA) via Duo Mobile will be required to log into the University instance of Zoom (uky.zoom.us).

smart home

It’s National Smart Home Day. Are your smart devices secure?

Corinne Boyer
 Nov 1, 2024
Cybersecurity, News

Given the convenience of staying connected to work or attend school remotely, chances are you have at least a few different smart devices in your home. Whether it’s a home security system, smart refrigerator, speaker or light bulb, technology allows these devices to be controlled with the ease of an app.

Duo Mobile

Why you should use Duo Mobile to secure your UK linkblue account from your smartphone

Corinne Boyer
 Oct 31, 2024
Cybersecurity, News

The Duo app is free, and it can work without internet connectivity. It is also more secure than using the alternative method of receiving a text message from the university.

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