Security Awareness Training:

District 81% Complete

Our district's completion rate goal for Security Awareness training is 100%. We are almost there!

Teachers and staff are encouraged to complete their KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training by the end of post-planning.

Here are the current top place holders at the elementary, middle, and high school levels:

Wiles Elementary 98% complete
Kanapaha Middle School 93% complete
Buchholz High School 95% complete

SMISHING:

On The Rise

Smishing and other mobile threats are on the rise, so it's important to exercise caution and verify the authenticity of unusual text messages.

What is Smishing (SMS Phishing)? Smishing is a type of phishing that uses fake text messages to trick people into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information, or losing money.

Look out for:

Enticing offers
Unusual requests for information
Alerts that make you panic
Unusual links

Recent smishing attacks in the news include the TRUIST and SunPass Toll smishing scams.

According to a new Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data analysis, the past year’s No. 1 text message scam involves fraudsters posing as a bank. The median loss for such bank texting scams was $3,000.

Scammers sent 'urgent' text messages to SunPass users, stating that there is a $3.95 toll charge on the Florida Turnpike. The message instructs recipients to pay immediately to avoid fees and provides a fraudulent website link to submit payment.

PHISHING Emails:

Do Not Forward

It’s imperative that phishing emails don't get forwarded to prevent further spread of scams to protect yourself and others.

To report a phishing email you have opened in Gmail, click the three-dot icon beside the reply button and select 'Report phishing'.

When you report a phishing email in Gmail, the email is sent to Google’s security team. They investigate the email and take steps to protect Gmail users, such as removing malicious emails, blocking suspicious websites, and alerting other users.

KnowBe4 Certificates:

Download Instructions

We have received numerous requests for certificates for completed Security Awareness Training modules. Follow these instructions to download certificates in the KnowBe4 platform: Learner Support - Download or Print Your Training Certificate

Questions? Email the ACPS Cybersecurity Team