Bomb Hoaxes, Calls More Prevalent Thanks To Technology
A Tennessee Tech expert said bomb threats and swatting incidents like those faced by the Putnam County Schools over the last several days are easier than ever through anonymous internet services Cybersecurity Education, Research and Outreach Center Assistant Director Regis Billings said these callers often use Voice over IP systems or computerized telephone networks to […]
Nationwide Cybersecurity Attack Hits College Software
The cleanup continues after a nationwide cybersecurity breach involving the third-party online learning platform, Canvas. Regis Billings is the Associate Director of the Tennessee Tech’s Cybersecurity Education Research and Outreach Center. Billings said the true extent of the breach is currently unknown. A hacking group responsible allegedly accessed the back end of Canva’s website and […]
UC Expert: Parents Must Be Involved In Child’s Life Online
Increased numbers of children are vulnerable to predatory behavior online, especially through multi-player internet games such as Roblox. Regis Billings is the associate director for Cyber Operations at Tennessee Tech. Billings said being involved in your child’s life online is the first crucial step in providing protection. “Sometimes, that’s difficult as a parent, because we […]
