Security Matters

When we consider the risks associated with travelling, it's important to remember the risks that stem from the devices we bring with us. With March Break approaching, now is a good time to refresh your memory with best practices for travelling with your devices.

The Information Security team at the University of Toronto (U of T) is warning students, staff and faculty to be wary of a current email scam circulating from what appears to be the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The CRA scam is targeting students, faculty and staff at universities across the country. It states that a ...

Each year we celebrate Data Privacy Day on Jan. 28 to recognize how the advancement of technology impacts our privacy rights and to highlight the value of protecting our personal information. As a joint effort between the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy and Information Security teams, we promote privacy-related best practices, insights and updates, including this list of notable data privacy topics and news stories from the past year.

In an increasingly digital world, cyber security issues are an inevitable (and ever-growing) part of the media landscape. As a result, a range of cyber security issues are hot topic in local, national and international news coverage. Here is a brief roundup of some of the most interesting recent news items right now. The return ...

Tips for protecting your personal and financial data while shopping online The holiday season can be a stressful time for most, especially when it comes to finance. It’s no wonder we’ve adopted, with open arms, the Cyber Monday tradition of shopping for pre-holiday deals from the comfort of our living rooms. Unfortunately, hackers anticipate the ...

Online privacy and data protection were front and centre for University of Toronto (U of T) staff, students and faculty during Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM) activities, held throughout October. Hosted by the Information Security team, events included pop-up information booths and Coffee with the CISO sessions, held across all three U of T campuses. The overall ...

Security Matters has updated its resource page with this year’s University of Toronto (U of T) Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM) educational materials. These materials include: A guide on what steps to take if you suspect you have received a phishing email. An overview of U of T’s Information Security (IS) unit priorities for the ...

How much is the right amount of information to post about yourself online? Should you share everything or only certain information? Or should you keep all of your accounts locked down and even swear off social media altogether? Truth is, it’s your choice. What’s most important is to ensure that you are making mindful choices ...

The arrival of October hails the start of Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM). The University of Toronto’s (U of T) Information Technology Services’ (ITS) Information Security (IS) team supported by Education and Awareness is participating by hosting educational activities throughout the month, promoting the theme: ‘One team. One goal.’ During this campaign, ITS will engage ...

October is just around the corner and while temperatures may be dropping, cyber security education and awareness will be on the rise. The start of a new school year brings with it new cyber risks and threats. The University of Toronto’s (U of T) Information Security team is tackling issues of privacy and data protection ...