Author: Information Technology Services
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Student direct deposit fraud phishing attacks
There is an active phishing attack targeting UC Santa Cruz students. Bad actors are attempting to steal financial aid refunds and disbursements by gaining unauthorized access to student accounts.
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Phishing attacks targeting UCSC employees and students
More than 300 UC Santa Cruz employee and student email accounts have been compromised through phishing attacks. ITS is taking steps to intercept and prevent these attacks.
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Important: UCPath Direct Deposit Phishing Alert
These sophisticated scams involve using fake but convincing websites, as well as spoofed phone calls and text messages pretending to be from IT or help desks.
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Cybersecurity requirements due by May 28, 2025
New UC systemwide cybersecurity requirements apply to all employees—faculty, staff, contract workers, and student employees—and are due on May 28, 2025.