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SESSION1
I AM THE FIREWALL
Protecing the NWU’S digital future
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As October unfolds, Cybersecurity Awareness Month continues across NWU, a campaign dedicated to promoting a culture of awareness, responsibility, and resilience. Each Thursday in October features a live Teams session that unpacks the latest digital defense strategies, ranging from AI-powered phishing and data protection to responsible AI use.
Stay alert, stay informed, and remember: You are the firewall protecting NWU’s digital future.
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Session1: This Week’s Recap
Recognising Evolving AI Threats
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In this powerful opening session, Thapelo Makile and Frans Roodt demonstrated how cybercriminals now harness Generative AI to create highly convincing phishing emails, simulate voices, and even produce realistic deepfake videos to trick users. They shared practical strategies for spotting AI-generated phishing attempts, verifying suspicious requests, and applying the Zero-Trust approach to everyday communication.
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Business Analyst
Academic Systems Information Technology
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IT Technician
Service Desk
Information Technology
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Are you ready for our upcoming sessions?
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Join us every Thursday from 11:00 to 12:00 on Microsoft Teams. 👉 Be sure to watch for the Daily Comms every Tuesday to register, or alternatively, you can register on the cybersecurity awareness website.
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Session 2: 16 October 2025
Data Protection: Guarding the Digital Gold
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Practical guidance on safeguarding personal and institutional data.
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Session3: 23 October 2025
AI Security & Safe Use
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Prof Anné verhoef & Phumlani Nxumalo
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How to use AI responsibly at NWU + Software Acquisition & Usage Guidelines.
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