Explore information security resources

Access staff resources, tools and services to 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.

Microsoft personal security

Protect your Microsoft account from unauthorized access.

Want to change your preferred name?

Access the preferred name service to change your first name on U of T platforms.

Everyday essentials

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

Working remotely

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

Virtual Private Network (VPN) for secure remote access

Secure remote access to network resources for the U of T community.

Data protection

Protect the integrity, confidentiality and availability of data assets.

Manage your digital world

Adopt secure practices to reduce the stress of data breaches and identity theft.

Stay safe online

Protect yourself from online threats by understanding the types of fraud and adopting preventive measures.

Secure your data while travelling

Protect the safety of your devices and the data they contain from malicious attacks when travelling outside of Canada.

Managing information and resources

Discover strategies to protect yourself and your devices from cyber threats while gaining valuable insights into information security.

Are you looking for guidance to help you classify your data?

Information security handbook

Follow actionable steps and access support related to common cyber security questions and requirements.

Data asset inventory (DAI) guidance

Record key information about critical institutional data in your unit and the associated people and technology supporting these data assets.

Digital asset classification

Consider the availability of information systems, applications and equipment that handle data (including storage, processing and transmission).

Have questions about risk management?

Guidance and support related to maturing your risk management or identifying and managing risks.