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Enticing future generations rich environment that helps facilitate change for our planet.
into a geospatial career These efforts can help with climate change, provide better

A geospatial career is so much data for our communities, and bring societies back together.
more than just being a surveyor. Our profession is much more than gathering data; it is
Our profession needs bright minds helping to make our world a better place through better data
who see the world differently. analysis and knowledge. Who would not want that?
Image: Digital.gov What does that mean?
About the Author
Most surveying and mapping tasks used to produce 2D deliverables Tim Burch, GPS World’s co-contributing editor for survey, has been working
on paper. Today’s geospatial technicians fly UAVs, use point as a professional land surveyor since 1985, and serves as the Executive Director
clouds, draft existing conditions in 3D, and analyze data for future for the National Society of Professional Surveyors.
applications. By applying what they are learning with new devices, Reprinted with permission by GPS World’s Survey Scene https://www.
technologies and software platforms, our younger generations can gpsworld.com/surveying-and-the-future-where-is-technology-going/
help the surveying and geospatial profession evolve into a data-

We have recently been made aware of email scams targeting our Best Practices to Avoid Phishing Schemes
association. We wanted to inform you of a common cyber-attack Do not click on links or attachments from senders that
that everyone should be aware of called “phishing”. you do not recognize.
“Phishing” is the most common type of cyber-attack that affects • Do not provide sensitive personal information
organizations like ours. Phishing attacks can take many forms, but they (like usernames and passwords) over email.
all share a common goal – getting you to share sensitive information such • Watch for email senders that use suspicious or
as login credentials, credit card information, or bank account details. misleading domain names.
Although we maintain controls to help protect our networks and
computers from cyber threats, it’s important everyone is on the look How to Report a Phishing Scheme
for suspicious emails. Forward any phishing attempts to the following two

We’ve outlined a few different types of phishing attacks to watch out for: organizations:
• Phishing: In this type of attack, hackers impersonate a real company 1. The Anti-Phishing Working Group at
to obtain your login credentials. For example, they could send an reportphishing@apwg.org
e-mail asking you to verify your account details with a link that takes 2. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at
you to an imposter login screen that delivers your information directly ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
to the attackers. Note: If you ever receive a phishing text message you
• Spear Phishing: Spear phishing is a more sophisticated phishing should forward it to SPAM (7726).
attack that includes customized information that makes the attacker
seem like a legitimate source. They may use a familiar name and
refer to NYSAPLS or your local Regional in the e-mail to trick you into
thinking they have a connection to you, making you more likely to click
a link or attachment that they provide.
• Whaling: Whaling is a popular ploy aimed at getting you to transfer
money or send sensitive information to an attacker via email by
impersonating a real NYSAPLS or Regional officer or board member.
Using a fake domain that appears similar to ours or the regional’s, they
look like normal emails from people you know and ask you for sensitive
information (including usernames and passwords).
Thanks for helping to keep our members safe from these cyber threats!

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