On Tuesday, July 27 Missouri State will implement new account security polices designed to better protect the university community from evolving cybersecurity threats. These include new BearPass Password complexity rules, an expansion of Missouri State multifactor authentication program, and the broad availability of a new self-service password reset option. BearPass Password … [Read more...] about Account Security Changes Coming July 27
Soon, all current MSU students and employees will have Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) activated on their accounts. Join the Account Security Setup webinar on July 12, July 14, July 15, July 21, or July 26 to learn more and set up your security options -- registration is available on My Learning Connection. What is Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)? Self-Service Password … [Read more...] about Changes to Account Security – Set Up Your Options Today!
Update: Due to university schedule changes, the university will retire the legacy Passport VPN on Tuesday, February 23. If you are an authorized user of Missouri State's Virtual Private Network (VPN) service, changes are coming soon. The VPN is used to access certain on-campus resources remotely. Examples of these resources include file servers like Bear1 and remote desktop … [Read more...] about VPN Changes Coming February 23
A new vulnerability in the Google Chrome web browser could compromise your computer by just visiting a malicious site or viewing a malicious ad. According to the Department of Homeland Security, this vulnerability is being actively exploited. You can keep yourself and the university safe by updating Google Chrome. Google Chrome automatically updates when restarted, so you … [Read more...] about Update Chrome to Stay Safe Online
Updated Content Editor in Blackboard Courses The content editor in your courses has received an update to give it a more modern look and a more powerful, accessible experience. Watch a short video to learn about the new Content Editor features and view the Detailed Content Editor Comparison guide: Quick Tips: Updated Content Editor for Blackboard Learn There are lots … [Read more...] about Updated Content Editor in Blackboard