Creatures of the Net......coming soon to a theatre near you
The phantoms from the University Information Security Office, together with the spirits of the Office of Student Computing Resources (OSCR) are pleased to be hosting the fifth UA Information Security Awareness Day on Tuesday October 30, 2007. This year's event will take place in Gallagher Theatre in the Student Union with presentations from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Who should attend?
Any ghost, goblin or ghoul who dares to explore the unknown in cyberspace.
Why?
Whether you're creeping through cyberspace using a computer connected to the Internet from on or off campus, your computer is a target. Hackers lurk in cyberspace looking for credit card numbers, bank account information and any other information they can use for their own gain. It's not just money-related information they're after; once they invade a computer, intruders can use the hard disk, processor and Internet connection to attack other computers. Many personal/home computer users are especially vulnerable because they do not realize the risks of being on a network and the protections that are available to them to guard against these threats.
All ghastly ghouls (students, faculty and staff) are invited and strongly encouraged to attend as many presentation sessions as possible to learn more about protecting their computer and confidential information from the multitude of threats that lurk in cyberspace. Awesome prizes will be raffled off throughout the day.
If you don't have time to attend the sessions stop by and pick up some giveaway items and helpful information about protecting your computer and confidential information from the creatures that lurk in cyberspace.
Presentation Schedule
10:00am - 10:20am Beware the Eye of the Spy: He's gathering information about you
Frank Romero - UAPD
UAPD Crime Prevention Specialist will talk about the risks of putting too much information on line. Stalking, Social Networking etc.
10:30am - 10:50am Invasion of the Password Snatchers: You thought your password was secret
Gil Salazar - College of Ag Information Security Coordinator
Eric Case College of Engineering Information Security Officer
A secure, complex password is key to a secure resource. Don't skimp on password creation. Hackers have sophisticated tools and look for every opportunity to snatch your password. Come learn more about how to stay one step ahead by making it more difficult.
11:00am - 11:45am They crawl, they creep and they can eat your computer alive. Beware of the worms and viruses
Gil Salazar - College of Ag Information Security Coordinator
The internet is crawling with spies, worms and viruses just looking for unprotected PCs to infect. Learn how they attack and what you can do to exterminate them before they strike.
12:00pm - 12:45pm Beware of the Phishing Scam: He lurks in cyberspace to steal your identity
Kelley Bogart - University Information Security Coordinator
Don't be a victim. Come learn more about how to protect yourself from the creatures that lurk in cyberspace to steal your confidential financial and personal information.
1:00pm - 1:20pm Attack of the Rogue Wireless
Gregory Anderson - Office for Student Computing Resources
Free open/public wireless access seems harmless, doesn't it? But is it? Come learn more about how and why to connect securely to wireless.
1:30pm - 2:00pm Featured Creatures: Ask the Experts Question and Answer Session
Gil Salazar - College of Ag Information Security Coordinator
Gregory Anderson - Office for Student Computing Resources
Frank Romero - UAPD
......and other brave net warriors
Presented by
- UA Information Security Office: security.arizona.edu
- Office of Student Computing Resources: www.oscr.arizona.edu
Raffle items donated by:
Cisco Systems, Inc.
Sophos
C.A.T.S.
Arizona Athletics
Gateway
For more information contact:
Kelley Bogart 626-8232 bogartk@u.arizona.edu
