News, tips and information from the Department of Information Technology at the University of Housto
05/14/2026
Beware of fake CAPTCHA scams. Cybercriminals are using fake “Verify your human” prompts to trick users into running malicious code. One click could expose passwords, browser cookies, financial information, and other data. To learn more: https://www.uhsystem.edu/offices/information-security/resources/captcha/untitled.php
04/16/2026
As part of the University’s ongoing efforts to protect accounts and personal information, the University will be transitioning our multi-factor authentication (MFA) service from Duo to Microsoft Authenticator.
Learn more: https://monkeylink.co/1a2f26
04/09/2026
Job scams are on the rise. Scammers often pose as recruiters to steal your personal information or money. Before you respond, ask yourself: Did I apply for this job? Are they pushing for an urgent response? Does it seem too good to be true? Learn more: https://monkeylink.co/bf18d8
03/30/2026
UIT invites all students to our annual town hall event on Wednesday, April 8 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Student Center South Skyline Room. Join us for pizza and prizes! Bring your questions, concerns, and frustrations!
Visit http://uh.edu/uit-townhall for more information.
03/04/2026
Tax-related identity theft has increased over 45% in the past five years.
Protect yourself and your money. Learn how to spot and avoid tax-time phishing scams here:
https://monkeylink.co/b1ce37
02/17/2026
Phishing attacks have entered a dangerous phase. AI-generated emails now mimic writing styles making scams harder to spot. Staying alert and informed about phishing tactics is critical. Report any suspicious emails to [email protected]. For more info, visit: https://monkeylink.co/79f845
01/13/2026
Before getting rid of old electronics, make sure your personal data stays protected. Back up your data, remove external storage, and perform a factory reset. For more info, visit:
New Year | New Devices - https://monkeylink.co/11bff4
11/06/2025
Online holiday shopping is a prime time for cybercriminals to strike.
Protect your personal information by following a few simple cybersecurity habits.
For more tips visit:
Safe Online Shopping | University of Houston System https://monkeylink.co/16cbec
10/31/2025
Threat actors are out there trying to break into your digital systems.
Don’t make it easy for them! Strengthen your defenses with
good cyber habits. Need backup? Email [email protected].
10/30/2025
Cybercriminals are getting crafty by sending emails that
look legitimate but are designed to steal your information.
Trust your instincts, stay alert, and report phishing emails
using the Outlook “Report Phish” button.
Your quick action helps protect others.
