by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Feb 9, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
If you find a scammer has your personal email address and has hacked your account, here are some steps you can take to protect yourself: Scan your device for malware and viruses.Look for a service that proactively blocks new, unknown threats and safeguards your...
by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Feb 9, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
Have you received unusual login attempt notifications from your streaming account? Have you noticed programs you haven’t watched shown as previously played? Are you being charged more from a streaming service without your authorization? You may have been hacked...
by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Feb 2, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
Cybercriminals can use your “digital footprint” (an accumulation of all your online activities) to conduct targeted attacks and scams. You can help limit your risks by following these tips: Delete old accounts.Old email accounts and logins for unnecessary websites and...
by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Jan 26, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
Family members often share electronics and accounts. Here are a few tips to make sure your family’s data is protected when you’re sharing devices. Note: you should never let others use your work-provided device. Separate Accounts. Create separate...
by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Jan 18, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
Outlook messages sent to Houston Methodist email addresses are secure, but what about when you need to send confidential emails with protected health information (PHI) to someone with a non-HM email address? To ensure that only the intended recipients can read your...
by jmlowe@houstonmethodist.org | Jan 4, 2024 | All Categories, Cybersecurity, IT Website, News, Slider
While you only need to change your HM password every 365 days, now is a good time to review your personal online accounts and evaluate the health of your passwords. Here are some situations where updating your password is an intelligent cybersecurity decision. After a...
