October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year at UNLV, cybersecurity is a team sport. From Oct. 12-16, learn how to spot QR code scams and deepfakes and how a few simple actions can help protect you and the UNLV community. 

Quick Tips to Strengthen Your Defense

• Before scanning a QR code: Check that it hasn’t been covered or replaced. Preview the web address before opening the linkVerify the information another way before sharing information, sending money, or taking action.
• If a video, photo, or voice recording seems suspicious: Verify the information another way before sharing information, sending money, or taking action.

Put Your Skills Into Play

Visit the IT booth on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. near Hospitality Hall to test your cybersecurity skills. See how many suspicious QR codes and deepfakes you can spot.

Read our playbook on QR code scams and deepfakes or visit UNLV’s cybersecurity site for more tips and resources to help you stay safe online.