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Beware of fake shopping emails with deeply discounted offers. Cyber criminals love to bait unsuspecting online shoppers to steal their sensitive payment information. Don't fall for the trap! #ToliSafe #BeSecure @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug

Google Gemini flaw hijacks email summaries for phishing - @billtoulas bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/…

Scammers are now using #GoogleForms to lure victims with promises of free #crypto. 🪙 No malware. No sketchy websites. Just a form and a trap. 🚨 Here’s how the scam works and how to stay safe: 🔗kas.pr/2pj6 #Kaspersky #CyberSecurity #Cryptocurrency

#JuiceJacking is a type of cyberattack that involves using a USB charging port to install malware on a device or steal sensitive data from it. Always carry your own charging cable & adapter or invest in a portable power bank for secure charging on the go. #ToliSafe #BeSecure…

Remembering multiple passwords can be overwhelming, but jotting them on sticky notes isn't the solution. Opt for safer practices, such as using password managers instead. Remember, a single glance is enough for someone with malicious intent to infiltrate your system. #ToliSafe…

Uganda's Digital Lifeline is Under Attack! Telecom infrastructure vandalism threatens our economy, education, and emergency services. Stand with #TOKIGEZA: Don't do it! Protect your community, report vandalism, and safeguard our future.

If one password unlocks everything, attackers only need to get lucky once. 🔑 Hackers reuse stolen passwords across sites to multiply damage. Use a password manager & keep every login strong and unique. 🔐 #CyberSecurity #Passwords #Tips #HumanFirewall

Tokigeza. #StopVandalism @UCC_ED @ConsumerUCC @IBbossa @mtnug @Airtel_Ug

Details, guidance, and ongoing updates for SharePoint vulnerability CVE-2025-53770. ug-cert.ug/microsoft-rele…

Microsoft has released a security update for SharePoint Server 2019 in addition to SharePoint Subscription Edition. We are actively working on updates for SharePoint 2016. See updated customer guidance and detection details:

Microsoft is aware of active attacks targeting on-premises SharePoint Server customers, exploiting a variant of CVE-2025-49706. This vulnerability has been assigned CVE-2025-53770. We have outlined mitigations and detections in our blog. Our team is working urgently to release…

🛑 Don’t let your IoT devices join a botnet. Compromised smart gear often fuels DDoS attacks. 🛠️ Change default creds 📦 Keep firmware up-to-date 📈 Watch for weird traffic patterns Harden your IoT setup. It’s not just smart—it’s secure. #IoTSecurity #DDoS #BotnetPrevention

#CyberMonday Users can decide to use options of online storage where they can share their documents. USB drives cannot be trusted especially if they move from one computer to another that has no antivirus protection. It only takes one infected machine to infect a whole network.

#CyberMonday You can never know how important your credentials until they are stolen or you are locked out of a system. Your password is your life. With it, anyone can have access to your valuable accounts & do whatever they want. Don't say I can't be hacked. #BeSafeOnline

When it comes to USB drives, sharing isn't always safe. Cybercriminals can install malicious software on shared USB drives to compromise your data. Stay vigilant and always scan your USB drive before using it. #Tolisafe #becybersmart @UCC_Official @ConsumerUCC @MoICT_Ug

@FIRSTdotOrg Board Member Audrey Mnisi Mireku addressed CEOs at Uganda's 5th Annual Cybersecurity Breakfast, emphasizing collaboration as key to defense. "Collaboration is not an option anymore. It's survival." go.first.org/Qjg7A #CyberDefense #cybersecurity #infosec

Telecom infrastructure is not just steel and cables, it is the backbone of our national development. Therefore, we will not stand by and watch as our people are disconnected and put in danger. Today, we come together as industry, government, and community to say, "no more…

Vandalism of telecom equipment can leave an entire community without support, cutting them off from crucial communication when they need it most, especially in life and death situations. Imagine the panic of being unable to call for help when every second counts. #Tokigeza Let’s…

⚠️ Matanbuchus 3.0 is here—and hackers are pushing it via fake Microsoft Teams IT calls. It slips in through Quick Assist, bypasses AV, and can launch ransomware with a click. Details on the $15K MaaS threat → thehackernews.com/2025/07/hacker…

Empowering youth with digital Knowledge! @UCC_Official's youth digital symposium at Kumi University covered Online scams, digital financial literacy and more. It was a platform for youth to learn and ask questions. #DigitalSafety #AnInlclusiveDigitalEconomy #ConsumerAwareness…