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As the world becomes increasingly connected, adhering to standard cybersecurity practices is critical to safeguard against potential cyber threats. Even if you don’t think you have sensitive information to steal, cyber attackers could use your accounts or devices as an open door to MSU.

Here are immediate, simple actions our community can take now to better protect personal and institutional data: 

1. Turn on multifactor authentication (MFA) for your Spartan 365 and MSU email account
   • Enable MFA now
   • Safeguarding access to these systems inhibits attacks on our infrastructure and reduces the possibility of disclosure or misuse of your MSU information 
2. Choose Okta Verify for MFA 
   • The Okta Verify mobile app is the most secure way to receive MFA push notifications 
   • Learn more at go.msu.edu/newmfa

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