Brock’s Information Technology Services team is expanding the use of multi-factor authentication to protect University systems and data. The Brock Information Technology Services (ITS) team is strengthening the University’s multi-factor authentication (MFA) defences to better protect users and University infrastructure amidst rising cybercrime rates.
To ensure that all faculty, staff and students are safeguarded whenever they access any Brock accounts, applications or systems, ITS will be expanding the implementation of MFA at the University. As a result, users may notice MFA is required on applications that did not previously request it.
As well as using MFA wherever possible, Brock users are also reminded to explore the recently launched BrockU Cyber Aware platform to access training and resources that will help them protect themselves online.
To celebrate the new platform and Cyber Security Awareness Month, ITS is hosting a contest throughout October. The BrockU Cyber Aware users who have the lowest risk score and have been active on the platform before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27 will be entered into a draw to win a prize.
Questions about MFA, BrockU Cyber Aware or Cybersecurity Awareness Month can be directed to itsecurity@brocku.ca
