Cyber Security at JCU
JCU has a wealth of important and confidential information that requires protection, including the personal information of staff and students, research data and intellectual property. As cyber-attacks on Australian universities are becoming increasingly common, JCU is investing in a cyber security strategy that includes policy and procedures, technology-based protection and detection tools, awareness and training, as well as robust processes for dealing with and responding to cyber threats.
Do You Know What a Money Mule Is – And Could You Be One?
- Criminals are targeting students (online and in-person) and offering them
payment to receive money into their bank account and transfer it to another
account or cryptocurrency exchange. - Money mules are recruited, sometimes unknowingly, by criminals to transfer stolen money on behalf of others.
- The money being transferred is often used by criminals to fund other serious crimes like cybercrime, terrorism and human trafficking.
- In addition to engaging in criminal activity, you risk breaching the terms of your bank or financial institution and could lose access to your bank accounts.
Learn more to stay safe from money mule recruitment scams.
Cyber Security Awareness - a message from JCU Vice-Chancellor Professor Simon Biggs
Top 10 tips for better cyber security
- Make sure your passwords are strong and secure and use MFA.
- Make sure all devices have the latest available security updates.
- Think about what you post online.
- Talk about cyber security with your family and friends.
- Avoid public Wi-Fi when you’re banking or shopping online.
- Be vigilant about what you share on social media.
- Treat your personal information like cash.
- Monitor your accounts for unusual activity or transactions.
- Don’t use the “remember me” option for passphrase-protected websites.
- Don’t open emails from unknown sources.
Want to know more? discover the Top tips for cyber security
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