In an effort to strengthen password security, starting December 19, 2022, any new password may not contain all or part of the user’s account name, common passwords, or words related to an SMU campaign that are vulnerable to password-guessing attacks. Continue reading University Moves to Restrict Common Words for Passwords
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GoDaddy Customer Email Addresses Compromised in Recent Breach
The Verge is reporting this week that the web host and domain registrar GoDaddy is dealing with the fallout of a recent security breach that resulted in the exposure of over one million customer email addresses. This breach primarily affected customers of GoDaddy’s WordPress blog hosting services. GoDaddy has stated that the hackers utilized a compromised password to gain access, which is all too common with the proliferation of phishing scams and other nefarious methods. Continue reading GoDaddy Customer Email Addresses Compromised in Recent Breach
Incoming Students: Tech Essentials for Living on Campus
As you start to move in and begin your life as a Mustang, we would like to help you adjust to your life on campus with a few important IT-related tips and resources related to life on campus.
Securely Connect to the SMU Networks
There are several options for connecting to the SMU campus network once you are on campus. To securely connect your computer or mobile device wirelessly, choose the PerunaNet Wi-Fi network, and log in using your SMU ID and password. Of course, the wired network will provide the best performance and security.
Please Note: Wireless printers and certain smart devices, such as voice-activated assistants, smart TVs, and gaming consoles, will need to be registered and connect to SMU_Guest. In addition, personal routers are not permitted on any SMU networks and will be disconnect from the network once detected.
Also, if the wireless goes down in your room, please call 214-768-HELP. We can fix it, but only if we know about it.
You can find out more about the campus wireless networks at smu.edu/wifi. Continue reading Incoming Students: Tech Essentials for Living on Campus
OIT Quick Tip: Logging In/Out of Your AudioCodes Phone
In this installment of the OIT Quick Tip, we go over how to sign into your AudioCodes VoIP telephone as well as how to update your credentials on your phone when you change your password.
It is always important that your phone has your latest credentials in order for emergency calling and many convenience features to work properly. Let the IT Help Desk know if you have any questions!
Video replaced with updated version October 2023.
Changing Your SMU Password? Don’t Forget Your Office Telephone
Got a new AudioCodes phone? Don’t forget when you change your SMU Password annually; you also need to sign out of your phone and reenter your new credentials.
Continue reading Changing Your SMU Password? Don’t Forget Your Office Telephone
