Today’s Cyber Threats: AI and You
This year, we are also highlighting the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity. AI is transforming the way we work, learn, and collaborate by improving productivity, enhancing innovation, and enabling new ways of solving complex challenges. However, as organizations and individuals embrace AI, cybercriminals are also leveraging these technologies to make phishing emails, scams, deepfakes, and misinformation more sophisticated and convincing than ever before.
Follow the steps below for safe AI use:
- Do not enter sensitive information into AI tools, including passwords, personal data, confidential research, or business information.
- Verify AI-generated content before using or sharing it, as AI responses may contain inaccuracies or outdated information.
- Be mindful of data privacy and ensure that information shared with AI systems does not violate privacy or confidentiality obligations.
- Review AI-generated code carefully before deployment and test it for security vulnerabilities and functionality.
- Respect intellectual property rights by properly citing sources and avoiding the unauthorized use of copyrighted material.
- Use AI as a support tool, not a replacement for human judgment, especially when making important decisions.
- Be transparent when using AI-generated content in academic, research, or professional work where disclosure is required.
- Report any concerns or misuse of AI technologies through the appropriate channels.
By using AI responsibly and securely, we can benefit from its capabilities while protecting our data, privacy, and community.
Join the Cyber Hunt
This week marks the launch of the Cyber Hunt!
Find all 5 QR codes hidden across campus.
Scan each code and complete the cybersecurity challenge.
The more QR codes you find, the higher your chances are of winning a prize!
Explore the campus, test your cybersecurity knowledge, and discover how to stay ahead of today’s evolving cyber threats.
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