Explore information security resources

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

Getting set up

Set up your IT services and security measures as soon as you join the faculty.

Protect your passwords

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

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Enrol in multi-factor authentication

Protect your U of T accounts with two-factor authentication.

VPN and remote secure access

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

Important tools and guidelines

Explore key tools and guidance that support secure access, stronger password practices, and better protection of university data in day-to-day work.

UTORGrouper

Use UTORGrouper to manage access groups centrally and keep permissions simpler, clearer, and more consistent across services.

Data Classification Standard

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

1Password manager

Strengthen your account security with 1Password, a recommended tool for managing work-related passwords securely and efficiently.

Cyber security for researchers

Ensure the safe handling, storing and transmitting of sensitive research. Training provided by the Government of Canada.

Cyber security toolkit for researchers

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

U of T’s Incident Response team monitors and manages compromised accounts, systems and phishing threats, offering advice or full incident management.

The Endpoint Protection Program (EPP) enhances the security of U of T by securing endpoints against advanced threats using next-gen anti-virus solutions.

The Research Information Security Program (RISP) at U of T fosters innovative research by collaborating with researchers and IT staff on cyber security topics.

U of T provides essential consultations for researchers by identifying data security and privacy requirements, evaluating the safety of research environments, and more.

Ransomware: What you need to know

Understand the risks and know how to prevent ransomware attacks.