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Understanding and reporting phishing and spam emails

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:42:00 GMT

In today's digital age, email security is more important than ever. Here’s a reminder of how to tell the difference between phishing and spam emails and how to report them correctly.

Attendance at teaching sessions in the Oculus

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:36:31 GMT

Students will soon be able to ‘tap in’ to register their attendance at teaching sessions in the Oculus. Learn more about the new digital process, which will improve data and reduce effort, and will be extended across campus during the rest of this year.

Join the University-wide Information Security Champions Network

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:50:25 GMT

You don’t need to be a technical expert to help keep our Warwick community safe online. Join the University-wide Information Security Champions Network to help promote good security practices and a safer environment for staff and students.

Information Security Risk & Compliance team have published two new policies

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:49:46 GMT

Two new policies have been published – one which sets out the responsibilities of those who manage computer systems, and another outlining the requirements to access University information, systems, and infrastructure, to make sure only authorised people can do so.

Upgrade to Windows 11

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:18:00 GMT

If you use a personal device to access the University network, you may have received an email from Microsoft requesting that you upgrade to Windows 11. Find out what you need to do to make sure your device can connect securely.

Windows 10 'end-of-life' email notifications

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:50:00 GMT

If you use an unmanaged device you will receive an email, from microsoft-noreply@microsoft.com, about Windows 10 ‘end of life’. Follow the instructions to upgrade to Windows 11 and meet security requirements.

Fire at Arthur Vick - Residence 1 - Weds 19th November

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:24:00 GMT

Emergency services were called to a fire on campus at the Arthur Vick residence block 1 on Wednesday night (19 November). The fire is now out. All students were evacuated and no injuries were reported.

Transitioning to Windows 11: extended security update

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:58:25 GMT

If you or your team have a University-owned Windows device that hasn’t been switched on lately, it may not have received a critical security update. Power it on and connect it to the internet for at least one hour to stay secure. Find out why this is important.

Important warning of a serious scam targeting students

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:46:00 GMT

Learn about a serious scam that recently targeted students at Warwick, resulting in significant financial loss for those affected. This scam is a form of cybercrime, including fraud and theft, to deliberately target students.

Cyber Security & Human Factors – why bias matters

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:38:00 GMT

Cyber security isn’t just about firewalls and passwords—it’s about people. Our decisions, assumptions, and even unconscious biases can shape how secure (or vulnerable) we really are.

Join us on 19 November at 12:00 in IMC004 for the first session in the Human Factors in Computer Systems seminar series: “The Blind Spot in Every Cyber Strategy: Bias as a Silent Adversary in Cybersecurity” with Prof. Ganna Pogrebna, a global expert in behavioural science and cyber security. This event is open to all staff and students - click through to read more and reserve your spot today!