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Best Practices for Shopping Online

Online shopping is convenient and efficient, but it also requires vigilance. Taking proactive steps to protect your personal and financial information can significantly reduce the risk of fraud and identity theft. Consider the following best practice

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Phishing Email Alert: Job Placement & Student Services

UIC’s Technology Solutions Security Team is alerting the campus community about a phishing scam currently targeting students with fraudulent job placement emails. These emails claim to be from the “UIC Office of Job…

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Be Aware of Cyber Scams

You may be looking forward to the semester but cybercriminals can quickly turn your academic year upside down. Be aware of common cyber scams and protect yourself from malicious attempts.

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Great job offer or scam? Spot the Scam!

I recently received an email with an amazing part-time job opportunity working three hours a week for $500, but after closer inspection, I realized it was a SCAM!