Information Technology
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Security Alert: Active email phishing attack underway
Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious emails immediately.
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Access to Canvas has been restored
Dear UCSC faculty and staff: The UC Office of the President (UCOP) has approved restoring access to Canvas for UCSC. Please keep in mind that this remains a fluid situation. While we are back online now, access may be temporarily suspended again over the next several days if additional security measures are required. This is…
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Canvas remains unavailable at this time
Based on UC’s evaluation, Canvas access remains unavailable at most UC campuses, including UCSC, at this time.
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UPDATE: Canvas status
Although Instructure has restored service, our campus is following specific security guidance from the UC Office of the President.
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UPDATE: Canvas status and instructional continuity resources
Although Instructure has restored service, our campus is following specific security guidance from the UC Office of the President.
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Urgent update regarding Canvas availability
In addition to the measures taken by Instructure, UC Santa Cruz has proactively disabled local access points to further safeguard our campus data.
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Erica Simpkins is honored for quietly transforming student systems
Erica Simpkins has been selected as this year’s Outstanding Staff Award recipient, recognizing her dedication to transforming how students and staff navigate essential academic and administrative processes.
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Student direct deposit fraud phishing attacks
There is an active phishing attack targeting UC Santa Cruz students. Bad actors are attempting to steal financial aid refunds and disbursements by gaining unauthorized access to student accounts.
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Important information about your fall quarter refund
You are receiving this additional notice because, as a result of this scam, your fall quarter refund was redirected to a fraudulent bank account that was added to your record without your knowledge.
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Important: Secure your MyUCSC account and restore direct deposit access
To protect you, we have placed a hold on your account which will affect your ability to receive direct deposit refunds.
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Phishing attacks targeting UCSC employees and students
More than 300 UC Santa Cruz employee and student email accounts have been compromised through phishing attacks. ITS is taking steps to intercept and prevent these attacks.