Cybersafety & Security
In today’s world, we rely heavily on technology for communicating, holding personal information, and connecting us to networks. Cyber-criminals have been targeting schools with scams like ransomware, stolen credentials, financial loss, and data theft to name a few that have left other schools in our country paralyzed. These attacks can come in the form of phishing emails, downloads, texts, and many other ways. The resources found below will help you develop a safe and secure Cyber environment for you, both at work and at home with your family.
Security Awareness for Educators (SAFE) Program
Mahwah Township Public Schools will be using D2 Cybersecurity to implement their Security Awareness For Educators (SAFE) program. The SAFE program will teach you the tools to spot these attacks, so you do not need to fear your email or just clicking on a weblink. The SAFE program offers various courses ranging in topics that include how to spot a phishing attack to what public networks are safe to connect to. These courses are created to help equip you with the knowledge to choose wisely as you navigate our digital world. Most courses are between 5-10 minutes long and your progress is bookmarked, so you do not need to complete all required courses at one time. The district will communicate which courses are required annually. See the schedule of topics below for 2021-2022.
Must be completed by June 30, 2021
Web Browsing Safety
Ransomware
Password Essentials
Phishing & E-mail Attacks
Impersonation and Identity Theft
Must be completed in the 2021-22 School Year
Mobile Security
Data Security & Sharing Rights
Insider Threat
Acceptable Use Policy
Public Wi-Fi
Work From Home
Social Engineering
Phishing
Security Tips - What to do if you suspect you are the target of a phishing scam
If you get an email message that asks you to click on a link or open an attachment or provide personal information via email, answer this question: Do I have an account with the company or know the person that contacted me?
-If the answer is “No,” it could be a phishing scam. Go back and review the tips in How to recognize phishing and look for signs of a phishing scam. To report the message to our technology department, forward the email as an attachment. NOTE: DO NOT SIMPLY FORWARD THE MESSAGE. Follow the steps below:
1. Select the email
2. Click the More icon (three dots)
3. Select "Forward as attachment"
4. Send a message to mahwahtech@mahwah.k12.nj.us
5. Delete the message
-If the answer is “Yes,” contact the individual or company using a phone number or website you know is real. Not the information in the email. Attachments and links can install harmful malware.
Source: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-recognize-and-avoid-phishing-scams