Security 101 Resources
Ultimately, you are responsible for ensuring that your computing environment, data handling, and online actions are secure. Part of that responsibility is completing Security 101 training.
Once you've completed training, bookmark this page to access related resources, which are always available to help you navigate campus policies, sharpen your security habits, and keep ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ safe.
Phishing, Scams and Threat Reporting
- Phishing Overview: Learn more about how email scams work and how to protect yourself.
- Examples of Phishing Emails: See real-world examples of what campus phishing attempts look like.
- Gift Card Scams: Learn how to spot and avoid the common gift card scams that target university employees.
- Report Concerns & Digital Threats: Guidelines on how and where to report suspicious digital activity.
Passwords, Privacy and Safe Browsing
- Password Manager Guidance: Compare password managers and find the best option for your workflow.
- Browser Privacy Tips: How to protect your personal identity and privacy online and on social media.
- Safe Internet Browsing: Best practices for surfing the web safely, including how to spot fake or "spoofed" URLs.
- How to Use the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ VPN: The benefits of using a Virtual Private Network and instructions on how to install ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ's VPN.
Device Security and Maintenance
- Updating Devices & Software: Simple instructions for keeping your computer operating systems and mobile apps secure and updated.
- Mobile Device Security Guidelines: Security rules and best practices specifically for smartphones and tablets.
- Electronic Waste Disposal: How to safely and responsibly dispose of old, broken, or decommissioned electronic hardware.
Data Handling and Storage
- File Storage: A handy comparison table showing the best, approved storage options for the ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ community.
- Guidelines for Data Classification: Review the pre-defined lists for "Restricted" and "Restricted-Specified" institutional data.
- Guidelines for Data Protection: See the mandatory security controls for each data classification level.
Generative AI Protections
- Use AI Safely at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ: Learn more about using ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ's protected generative AI tools in our secure environment and view the AI safety checklist.
- Protected AI Tools You Can Use: Learn about the AI tools available to you at ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ and compare their uses to find the right tool for you.
- Read about toggling between your personal and ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ Chrome Profiles to ensure you're covered by ÃÛÌÒÊÓƵ's protections when using AI tools.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Information Security Roles & Responsibilities: Find the official Data Steward responsible for classifying the specific types of data you work with.