Explore information security resources

Access staff resources, tools and services to help protect yourself from common cyber threats.

Are you an IT staff member?

Staff safety and security

Set up your IT services and security measures as soon as you join U of T.

Protect your passwords

Organize and store your personal and professional passwords in one secure place.

Virtual private network (VPN) for secure remote access

Access U of T network resources securely while working remotely.

Enroll in multi-factor authentication (MFA)

Protect your U of T accounts by enabling MFA.

Travel and device security best practices

Protect your devices, accounts and data with practical steps for safer travel before departure and throughout your trip.

Everyday essentials

Use these resources and tools to support your day-to-day cyber security needs.

Working remotely

Keep your data and computing environment safe to protect applications, devices and the network.

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Data Classification Standard

Understand U of T’s four data classification levels and how to identify, handle and protect information based on sensitivity and risk.

Data protection

Protect the integrity, confidentiality and availability of data assets.

Managing information and resources

Learn strategies to protect yourself and your devices from cyber threats while building information security knowledge.

Information security handbook

Follow practical steps and access support for common cyber security questions and requirements.

Data asset inventory (DAI) guidance

Record key information about critical institutional data in your unit, including the people and technologies that support these assets.

Digital asset classification

Assess the availability of information systems, applications and equipment that store, process or transmit data.

Have questions about risk management?

Get guidance and support to strengthen your risk management approach and identify potential risks.