Cybersecurity Awareness Month Student Raffle

Raffle entries are now closed. Raffle winners will be notified via email in November.

UMass Amherst IT is giving away five $50 UMass Store gift cards.

Check back each Wednesday in October for a new quiz and a chance to win!

Week 5: GenAI & Data Security

Generative AI (genAI) tools can be helpful, but many are not safe for sensitive information. UMass Amherst IT uses data categorization levels to guide what information can (or cannot) be used in prompts. Learn what types of data are safe to enter into which genAI tools, and why platforms like the UMass GenAI Platform and Microsoft Copilot (when logged in with your UMass account) are the most secure options for campus use.

Take the Generative AI Quiz

Week 3: Two-Step Login

Even the best password can be stolen. Two-step login adds an extra layer of protection by requiring you to confirm your identity before accessing your account. Learn how this simple tool keeps your data safe, how to set up backup methods, and what to do if you get an unexpected login alert.

Week 4: Job Scams

Fake job offers are increasingly used to target students and staff. They may arrive by email, LinkedIn, or other job boards, and often look convincing. This week, we’ll share how to recognize common red flags and protect yourself from scams designed to steal money, identities, or account access.

Week 5: AI and Data Categorization

Generative AI tools can be helpful, but not all are safe for sensitive information. UMass Amherst uses data categorization levels to guide what information can be shared where. Learn what types of data are safe to enter into AI tools, and why platforms like the UMass GenAI environment and Microsoft Copilot are the approved options for campus use.

Week 4: Job Scams

Fake job offers are increasingly used to target students and staff. They may arrive by email, LinkedIn, or other job boards, and often look convincing. This week, we’ll share how to recognize common red flags and protect yourself from scams designed to steal money, identities, or account access.

Take the Job Scam Quiz

Week 3: Two-Step Login

Even the best password can be stolen. Two-step login adds an extra layer of protection by requiring you to confirm your identity before accessing your account. Learn how this simple tool keeps your data safe, how to set up backup methods, and what to do if you get an unexpected login alert.

Week 4: Job Scams

Fake job offers are increasingly used to target students and staff. They may arrive by email, LinkedIn, or other job boards, and often look convincing. This week, we’ll share how to recognize common red flags and protect yourself from scams designed to steal money, identities, or account access.

Week 5: AI and Data Categorization

Generative AI tools can be helpful, but not all are safe for sensitive information. UMass Amherst uses data categorization levels to guide what information can be shared where. Learn what types of data are safe to enter into AI tools, and why platforms like the UMass GenAI environment and Microsoft Copilot are the approved options for campus use.

Week 3: Two-Step Login

Even the best password can be stolen. Two-step login adds an extra layer of protection by requiring you to confirm your identity before accessing your account. Learn how this simple tool keeps your data safe, how to set up backup methods, and what to do if you get an unexpected login alert.

Take the Two-Step Login Quiz
 

Week 3: Two-Step Login

Even the best password can be stolen. Two-step login adds an extra layer of protection by requiring you to confirm your identity before accessing your account. Learn how this simple tool keeps your data safe, how to set up backup methods, and what to do if you get an unexpected login alert.

Week 4: Job Scams

Fake job offers are increasingly used to target students and staff. They may arrive by email, LinkedIn, or other job boards, and often look convincing. This week, we’ll share how to recognize common red flags and protect yourself from scams designed to steal money, identities, or account access.

Week 5: AI and Data Categorization

Generative AI tools can be helpful, but not all are safe for sensitive information. UMass Amherst uses data categorization levels to guide what information can be shared where. Learn what types of data are safe to enter into AI tools, and why platforms like the UMass GenAI environment and Microsoft Copilot are the approved options for campus use.

Week 2: Password Management

Strong, unique passwords are the first line of defense for your accounts. Reusing or sharing them increases your risk of compromise. During Week 2, we’ll cover simple strategies for creating and managing secure passwords, including why a password manager can make life easier and safer.

Take the Password Management Quiz
 

Week 1: Phishing

Phishing emails often look legitimate, but their goal is to trick you into clicking a malicious link or sharing personal information. They may pose as an authority figure or a trusted contact. Learn how to recognize the red flags and protect yourself from one of the most common online threats. 

Take the Phishing Quiz

Week 3: Two-Step Login

Even the best password can be stolen. Two-step login adds an extra layer of protection by requiring you to confirm your identity before accessing your account. Learn how this simple tool keeps your data safe, how to set up backup methods, and what to do if you get an unexpected login alert.

Week 4: Job Scams

Fake job offers are increasingly used to target students and staff. They may arrive by email, LinkedIn, or other job boards, and often look convincing. This week, we’ll share how to recognize common red flags and protect yourself from scams designed to steal money, identities, or account access.

Week 5: AI and Data Categorization

Generative AI tools can be helpful, but not all are safe for sensitive information. UMass Amherst uses data categorization levels to guide what information can be shared where. Learn what types of data are safe to enter into AI tools, and why platforms like the UMass GenAI environment and Microsoft Copilot are the approved options for campus use.

Cybersecurity Raffle Info & Rules

We'll post a new quiz for each of the five weeks of October. These quizzes focus on critical aspects of cybersecurity, including phishing, job scams, and AI security. 

• Answer a four of five questions correctly on a quizzes to earn an entry.
• Every quiz you complete will earn an additional entry to the raffle, up to five entries.
• You can gain extra entries and win additional prizes at our tabling session on Monday, October 6 from 11-4pm in front of the Student Union - look for the white IT tent!

All quizzes will close after Friday, October 31st.  Giveaway winners will be selected in early November. Please note that the raffle is only open to current UMass Amherst students.