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Learn what malware is, how to recognize the warning signs on your device, how to avoid infections in the first place, and what to do if you suspect your computer has been compromised.

Your NCU-issued computer is a gateway to university systems, student data, and sensitive institutional information. Learn the essential habits and settings that keep it — and everything on it — secure.

Your phone or tablet likely has access to your NCU email, files, and accounts — making it just as important to secure as a laptop. Learn the essential steps to protect your mobile device and the university data on it.

Physical security is one of the most overlooked — and most effective — layers of IT security. Learn how to protect your workspace, devices, and university data from threats that don't require a single line of code.

Learn how to report a suspicious email or phishing attempt to the NCU IT security team — including using the built-in Report Phishing button in Outlook and Gmail, forwarding as an attachment when needed, and what to do on mobile.

Learn how to recognize executive impersonation scams targeting NCU staff — including fake text messages from "leadership," urgent gift card requests, and AI-enhanced personas that are increasingly difficult to detect.

Learn how to recognize phishing attacks targeting NCU students, faculty, and staff — including how AI has changed the threat landscape, the most common scam types at NCU, and what to do if you receive or fall for a suspicious message.

North Central utilizes multi-factor Authentication (MFA) for all users, including faculty, staff, adjuncts, and students. Learn how to set up MFA using the Microsoft Authenticator.

This article provides instructions for how to use a one-time password code through the Microsoft Authenticator app when you have a weak or no signal to your cell phone or cannot receive notifications.

What is an IT security incident? What type of impact can a security incident have on the university? How do I report an incident?

Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents or limits users from accessing their system and/or data by encrypting it.