As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, Huskers should remember that protecting their digital lives is a shared responsibility.
Whether you're a student, faculty member, or staff, your daily choices play a vital role in safeguarding the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's data and systems. Cybersecurity isn’t just about awareness — it’s about taking action.
Commit to Cyber Safety
By the Core 4 steps below, you help build a strong cyber posture for yourself and for our university community:
- Create strong, unique passwords for all your accounts and use a trusted password manager to securely store and manage your credentials.
- Enable multifactor authentication wherever available to add an extra layer of protection.
- Stay alert to and report phishing attempts, suspicious links, and fraudulent messages.
- Keep your devices updated – including your operating system, applications, and antivirus software – to ensure the latest security protections.
Cybersecurity Awareness Digital Badge
Take the final step toward earning your Cybersecurity Awareness digital badge by signing the Cybersecurity Awareness Pledge in Bridge. Students enroll here. Faculty and staff enroll here.
Combined passing scores on the "'Did You Know?' Cybersecurity Quiz" and the "Catch the Phish" activity, you’ll earn a digital badge that can be proudly displayed on your digital profiles, email signature, or professional portfolio.
The badge is valid for one year and reflects your dedication to maintaining a strong cyber posture and helping protect our university community.
It’s more than just a badge — it's a statement that you take cybersecurity seriously and are doing your part to protect yourself and others.
