Sharkpass/DUO Do’s and Don’t

While Sharkpass/DUO gives us an edge against cybercriminals, it is not foolproof.  Imposter login websites often include a false DUO page and ask for you to input a code from your DUO mobile app.  Doing so gives up your account to thieves who then have access to your personal information and the ability to direct your paychecks or refunds away from your bank account.  Simmons Sharkpass/DUO page will also only begin with “idp.simmons.edu.”

What else you should and shouldn’t do

  • Change your password regularly.
  • Report phishing messages you receive in the Gmail menu with “Report Phishing”
  • Don’t forward phishing messages to anyone. Friends and colleagues can fall victim too.
  • Consider using Gmail’s mobile apps on iPhone and Android instead of the provided mail apps.  Gmail’s app presents warnings about suspicious messages and allows you to report phishing messages.
  • Don’t click on links or download attachments from messages you are not expecting.

Remember, real Simmons sites start with idp.simmons.edu!”