It will become increasingly important for all members of the McMaster community to be extra vigilant in protecting their credentials. In a way, we are all members of the McMaster IT Security team— let’s do an amazing job together! This page is your one-stop resource for all cyber security training resources, information, and updates as the campus works remotely.
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We all have a role to play
Learn more about your cyber security responsibilities as you work from home

Cyber security checklist
A checklist to help you secure your work from home environment and avoid cyber attacks.

Join the McMaster Cyber Security Squad
You can help protect our online environment by joining the Marauder Cybersecurity Squad as a cyber security champion.

Zoom video conferencing: Best practices for privacy and security
This article provides McMaster Zoom users with some best practices to protect their privacy and the privacy of others.

Learn how to spot malicious emails
Help us keep our online environment safe and learn how to spot phishing, malicious software & more!

Data storage tips and tricks
Learn how to store your data safely by following the McMaster Document Storage Guidelines

Recommended service for added malware protection
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) has launched a service that offers additional protection against malware and phishing threats for those working from home.
McMaster Phishing Alerts
Please see below recent malicious emails that are circulating in the community. Please keep an eye out for these communications and report them to is-spam@mcmaster.ca. For other recent examples, please join the “Phishing Awareness at McMaster” group on Microsoft Teams. Always remember to Identify, Report, and Delete.