A recently demonstrated attack method can trick password manager browser extensions (including 1Password, Bitwarden, LastPass, and others) into revealing logins, credit card information, or 2FA codes. No real-world attacks reported yet—but millions of users could be at risk. To learn more, check out New Clickjacking Method Targets Password Managers, Including 1Password Manager Catch of the Week. If…Continue Reading New Password Manager Risk Discovered
In an era where seeing is no longer believing, deepfakes have emerged as a powerful tool for misinformation, fraud, and social engineering. This engaging session will explore the rapidly evolving world of deepfakes. This session will: Whether you work in IT, communications, administration, or education, this session will equip you with the knowledge to recognize…Continue Reading Deepfakes & Deception: Understanding and Defending Against Digital Manipulation
The intermittent performance issues with the Domain Name System (DNS) that caused slow connectivity to applications and services for students, faculty, and staff have been resolved. ITS Network Engineering and Firewall teams, along with our vendor, are actively investigating the root cause and will continue to monitor DNS services for stability. If you continue to…Continue Reading Resolved: DNS Service Disruption (Aug. 25)
ITS is currently investigating service issues with the Domain Name System (DNS) across campus. Our Network Engineering and Firewall teams are actively working to resolve the problem. Intermittent DNS issues may cause difficulty accessing campus websites, online applications, or internet resources. What is DNS?DNS is like the internet’s address book. It translates easy-to-remember website names…Continue Reading Ongoing: DNS Service Disruption (Aug. 25)
A recent collaboration between USC’s Information Technology Services (ITS) and the Provost’s Office has successfully modernized student support services, improving communication and case management across key departments. The Enrollment Services Case Management Implementation project utilized Salesforce Case Management & Marketing Cloud to replace outdated systems, increasing efficiency for Enrollment Services, Admissions, Financial Aid, and the…Continue Reading Elevating the Student Experience: ITS and Provost Team Up to Modernize Support
Scammers send tiny payments (like a penny) with alarming messages about “suspicious activity.” Their goal? To trick you into clicking a fake PayPal link or calling a phony support number so they can steal your info. How it works Scammers send you $0.01 and claim it’s change from a payment you supposedly made. They include…Continue Reading Scam Alert: The PayPal “Penny Scam”
Hackers are posing as recruiters in fake online job interviews — then telling you to run a “fix” for your camera or mic by pasting in their code command. That command installs PyLangGhost, a remote access trojan that gives them complete control of your device. Don’t be fooled: Cyber threats are always evolving — stay alert. To…Continue Reading Online Interview Job Scam Installs Malware on Your Device
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, ITS will perform routine maintenance on the classroom control servers. During this maintenance, classroom presentation technology will not be available in ITS Learning Environments-supported classrooms. This includes projectors, microphones, speakers, and Zoom Rooms. This update is required to implement security patches and application updates…Continue Reading Scheduled Maintenance: Classroom Control Servers (Aug. 18)
Originally published July 24, 2024, in the ITS Download ITS Data Center Analyst Barney Lum recently took Trojan Marching Band Director Jacob Vogel flying over Los Angeles in his 1982 Cessna 172 airplane as part of the Second Annual Trojan Spirit Streamathon. The Streamathon, held in conjunction with USC’s Day of SCupport fundraising initiative, is a 12-hour live-streaming YouTube event to…Continue Reading Flashback: Barney Lum Flies High Above Los Angeles for Trojan Marching Band ‘Streamathon’
Instagram just rolled out a new live location-sharing feature — here’s what you should know: It’s OFF by default, and you choose who (if anyone) can see your live location.In an ideal world, it could help you: But since we live in a privacy-conscious world, not everyone will want this enabled. Thankfully, there’s an “Only These Friends” option that could still be helpful…Continue Reading Stay Informed: Instagram’s New Location-Sharing Feature