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New Security Measure for Password Resets and Duo Assistance
OIT Help Desk introduces video verification for password resets and Duo assistance, enhancing security when self-service tools aren’t viable for community members.
IT Service Impacts on May 1
Due to a planned strike on May 1st involving UC workers, some of our OIT services will be impacted and may result in longer service times and delays to your IT requests.
ZotDefend Security Package: Ready for Download
As announced in March, all computing devices must have the ZotDefend Security Package installed by May 19, 2025*, in order to access protected areas of our campus network such as KFS, Docusign, FacNet, and some department servers. This initiative is part of a mandate...
IT Service Impacts on April 1
Due to a planned strike on April 1st involving UC workers, some of our OIT services will be impacted and may result in longer service times and delays to your IT requests.
Secure Your Devices with New ZotDefend Security Package
The ZotDefend Security Package, an essential security update for all University computers, must be installed by May 19, 2025 to protect the campus network and user data as part of UCI’s ongoing cybersecurity initiative.
ZotGPT Academy: Empowering UCI Faculty and Staff with AI Skills
As generative AI is transforming business and education worldwide, UCI is at the forefront of this development, ensuring that faculty and staff have the knowledge and resources to integrate AI into their work in the most relevant ways. Led by Dominic Slauson, Business Systems Analyst for ZotGPT, ZotGPT Academy is a hands-on training program designed to upskill the UCI community in generative AI.
Securing the Future: ZotGPT and Cyber@UCI Unite to Fortify Generative AI Defenses
As AI continues to reshape our digital landscape, UC Irvine is taking bold steps to ensure the security of ZotGPT Chat, our signature generative AI solution. A novel collaboration between ZotGPT and Cyber@UCI, a student-led cybersecurity club, is setting new standards for AI security testing and student engagement in real-world cybersecurity challenges.
Understanding and Preventing Zoom Bombing
Zoom bombing disrupts video calls with uninvited intruders. Protect meetings using unique IDs, passwords, waiting rooms, and restricted sharing. Stay vigilant for safer virtual spaces.