Having a problem with technology? Want to find out what ITS can do for you? Visit the brand-new IT service portal at service.drake.edu/its to report a technology issue, review self-help information in our knowledge base, or see what services ITS offers. Learn how to use this new site at Using the IT Service Portal (How-to)....
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Carla Herling
Author: Carla Herling (Carla Herling)
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Large Ransomware Attack Against Individuals and Companies Across the Globe
On Friday May 12, a large-scale ransomware attack was launched, affecting individuals and companies all over the world. This attack takes advantage of unpatched computer systems and uses an exploit to lock computer files, making them inaccessible until a the victims pay ransom to the attackers. Attacks like this have become common in the past...
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Come and Learn about the New ITS Service Portal
ITS is launching a new service portal on May 23. This site will allow faculty, staff, and students to learn about technology services available, browse our knowledge base for how-to technology guides, or get assistance with an issue. We anticipate that using this portal will help resolve issues faster, and improve campus communication. ITS is...
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Google Docs Phishing Email Follow Up
On Wednesday May 3, a phishing email was sent to many Drake faculty, staff, and students, and was widely distributed across the internet, which appears to be an invitation to view a Google Doc. The “From” address may seem familiar to the recipient, however the “To” address is always hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh@mailinator.com. A button graphic uses Google’s...
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blueView Maintenance from 10 to 11 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2
ITS needs to do essential maintenance on the blueView system. Though we don’t anticipate any problems, there may be intermittent blueView outages on Tuesday, May 2 between 10 and 11 p.m. We appreciate your patience while we perform this necessary work. If you continue to have any issues after the planned maintenance window, please contact...