October is Cybersecurity Month

Mon 06 Oct 2025 06:00

In October, the so-called Cyber Security Month will be arranged in Sweden and Europe, where many Swedish authorities participate through various initiatives to strengthen our common cyber security in society.

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We can all help each other to safeguard cyber security at Mid Sweden University, for example by increasing our awareness and knowledge of cyber security in everyday life, both at the university and in other situations.  

Some tips on how you can help strengthen cybersecurity:

Use secure storage areas in your study situation at the university.

Report suspected IT incidents to IT Support at itsupport@miun.se

If, for example, you suspect a so-called phishing email or that you have been the victim of a fraud via your student email address, report it to IT Support. Read more on the page:  Incident management at Mid Sweden University

Learn more about cybersecurity through trusted sources, such as:

All of Sweden's security event – Think safe 2025

On October 10, you are warmly welcome to Sweden's largest security event for the public – a free, digital event that makes you a safer and more aware internet user. Here you can sign up

Think Safe 2025 campaign

The Think Safe campaign is run by MSB and the Police in collaboration with a large number of actors from the public sector, business and associations.  Here you will find material on the subject

 

During the month of October, the so-called Cyber Security Month will be arranged in Sweden and Europe. Umeå University, Mid Sweden University and Luleå University of Technology have together developed a joint approach. The goal is to create good conditions for a strong cyber security culture through facts and educational material.

Created by Eva Rodin Svantesson

The page was updated 10/6/2025