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Defending Yourself From Hackers
Defending Yourself from Hackers
Jonathan Kimmitt, Chief Information Security Officer for Alias Cybersecurity
Description: Cybersecurity starts at home. In this session, we’ll cover simple, practical steps you can take to protect your devices, accounts, and personal data. We’ll also talk about different levels of security: essential practices that everyone should do—like keeping browsers and software updated, using strong passwords, and enabling multi-factor authentication—and advanced measures for those at higher risk, such as using privacy-focused browsers, encrypted messaging apps, or incognito browsing. Whether you’re an everyday user or someone who needs extra protection, you’ll learn how to build the right level of defense for your digital life.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Better Secure Our World
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Better Secure Our World
Celena Fisher, Cybersecurity Communications Specialist for the Oklahoma Information Sharing and Analysis Center (OK-ISAC) at the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES)
Description: October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and in today's connected world, staying safe online is more important than ever. This session breaks down the essentials every good digital citizen needs to know, including: How to spot and report phishing attempts; The importance of updating devices, software, and apps; How multifactor authentication (MFA) can protect your accounts; Tips for creating and maintaining strong passwords. We'll also dive into the world of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and deepfakes, technologies that can blur the lines between real and fake, and explore Oklahoma-specific cybersecurity statistics that show how cyber threats are hitting close to home. Attendees will walk away from this presentation armed with practical skills that they can use every day to protect their privacy.
Why Hackers Love Higher Education
Hacker Tactics When You Become the Target
Jonathan Kimmitt, Chief Information Security Officer for Alias Cybersecurity
Description: Higher education is one of the top targets for cyberattacks, with unique risks that go beyond typical personal threats. Universities hold valuable research data, sensitive student records, and large networks that are difficult to secure. In this session, we’ll explore the specific attack methods hackers use against higher education—such as credential harvesting, ransomware, and phishing campaigns aimed at students and faculty. We’ll also highlight the defenses campuses deploy, from advanced network monitoring to multifactor authentication and awareness training. You’ll come away with a clearer picture of how attackers operate in higher ed—and how you can play a role in defending your institution.