Action Requested: Critical Windows Print Spooler Vulnerability
Friday, July 2, 2021 - 7:08pmPitt IT recommends immediately disabling Windows Print Spooler service on any server that does not function as a print server.
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Alerts and Announcements
Install Microsoft Security Updates to Fix Windows Print Spooler Vulnerability
Thursday, July 1, 2021 - 7:40pmMicrosoft has reclassified a critical vulnerability affecting the Print Spooler Service installed by default on Windows PCs and servers.
New Requirements for Accessing Web-Based Services Begin July 1
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 - 2:00pmMost current versions of web browsers already support required security protocols. However, you may need to update older browsers.
Brief Greensburg Campus Phone Service Interruption on July 7
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 - 1:59pmIndividual phone numbers may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes during the transition.
Teams Webinars, Simpler PowerPoint Slide Sharing Among Recent Office 365 Enhancements
Saturday, June 26, 2021 - 1:31pmTeams webinars enable you to host interactive meetings for up to 1,000 attendees with automated registrations.
Issue Affecting Access to analytics.pitt.edu
Saturday, June 26, 2021 - 10:11amThe issue affecting analytics.pitt.edu (Tableau) is resolved.
Take Steps to Prevent Western Digital External Hard Drive Vulnerability
Friday, June 25, 2021 - 12:40pmWestern Digital advises anyone using affected hard drives to disconnect the devices from the Internet to protect their data.
Phishing Alert: Work-From-Home Job Opportunity Scam
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 12:09pmThe scam appears to originate from a legitimate pitt.edu email address and may falsely offer part-time work with UNICEF.
Student Information System Unavailable During Maintenance Scheduled for June 26-27
Monday, June 21, 2021 - 11:22amPeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile will be unavailable during vendor maintenance scheduled for the Student Information System (PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile) between 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 26 and 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 27.
Enhanced Billing for Pitt IT Hosting Services Available July 1
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 4:46pmPitt Information Technology is pleased to announce that enhanced reporting features and automated billing for Pitt IT-hosted services will begin in the new fiscal year.
Starting on July 1, Pitt IT will replace physical invoices for the costs of using Isilon storage, Unity storage, NOC-hosted virtual servers, and NOC-hosted physical servers with a dashboard, powered by Tableau.
Phishing Alert: Voicemail Notification Scam Links to Malicious Website
Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 8:44amThe email link takes users to a fake Microsoft webpage where they are encouraged to a click a link to listen to their recordings.
June Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, June 8, 2021 - 4:43pmMicrosoft Corporation has announced security updates for June that affect Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and more.
Action Required: Replace Symantec Endpoint Protection on Your Devices Before June 14
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 4:20pmPlease upgrade to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on University-owned devices or an alternative antivirus solution on personal devices.
Early Morning Phone Outage on June 7; Pitt Police Number Remains Active
Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 8:56amThe Pitt Police will continue to receive calls at 412-624-2121 from any active phone and the ENS system will remain operational.
Apple Security Updates Address New Vulnerabilities
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 - 3:35pmApple has announced security updates to address vulnerabilities affecting Safari, iOS, macOS, and more.
Student Information System Unavailable During Maintenance Scheduled for May 22-23
Monday, May 17, 2021 - 1:04pmPeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile will be unavailable during vendor maintenance scheduled for the Student Information System (PeopleSoft and PeopleSoft Mobile) beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 22. This work is expected to last until 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 23.
May Microsoft Security Update
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 - 2:52pmAffected products include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer.
Brief Johnstown Campus Phone Service Interruption on May 18, 19
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 - 8:42amIndividual phone numbers may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes during the transition.
Brief Bradford Campus Phone Service Interruption on May 12
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 5:00pmIndividual phone numbers may be unavailable for up to 15 minutes during the transition.
Student Information System (PeopleSoft) Extended Maintenance Scheduled for May 14-15
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 11:38amThe Student Information System (PeopleSoft) will be unavailable during an extended maintenance period from 10 p.m. on Friday, May 14, through 8 p.m. on Saturday, May 15.