June 15, 2022 The Postal Service recently announced that employees must reset their self-service profile (SSP) password to comply with the organizationâs new security requirements and to avoid disruptions to their access. An SSP password allows employees to access several websites and applications that provide important personal information, including LiteBlue, PostalEASE and ePayroll. To reset…
Passwords are widely used to control access to online accounts, but they arenât always secure. Using powerful software that runs through millions of word and number combinations, thieves can easily decipher commonly used passwords in seconds. For instance, it only took hackers one second to figure out 123456, a password used by more than 2.5…
When plugging a smart mobile device (e.g., phone, tablet, or wearable technology) into a computerâs USB port, the two devices can exchange information or malware.1 At the United States Postal ServiceÂź, this could put sensitive information into the wrong hands and potentially affect our business and reputation. To prevent a security breach, follow these important…
When plugging a smart mobile device (e.g., phone, tablet, or wearable technology) into a computerâs USB port, the two devices can exchange information or malware. At the U.S. Postal ServiceÂź, this could put sensitive information into the wrong hands and potentially affect our business and reputation. To prevent a security breach, follow these important charging…
With cyber attacks on the rise, USPSÂź employees must learn how to protect the Postal Service™ from potential threats. This National Cyber Security Awareness Month, use the following tips to protect USPS networks, systems, and resources: Workstation Safety Lock your workstation or devices when not in use. Do not plug unauthorized devices (e.g., mobile phones,…
Disconnect to Protect! Hackers these days use a variety of techniques to infiltrate networks, systems, and devices to steal your information, or even your identity. Targets include all mobile devices, such as phones, tablets, fitness trackers, or other Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-enabled devices, or devices that use a USB cable. Hackers target mobile devices with malicious…
The Postal Bulletinâs latest edition has an overview of a new CyberSafe at USPS site that aims to help employees and customers protect themselves online. The site, uspscybersafe.com, lists cybersecurity best practices and describes how the Postal Service safeguards personal and financial information. Other features include multimedia content on how to protect information online, advice…
We now live in a world that is more connected than ever before. The Internet is a part of almost all elements of our daily lives. However, with this increased convenience and connectedness comes a responsibility to stay safe online. Our growing dependence on online communications is also a public concern. The challenges of cyber…
