Cybersecurity
York Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT)
If your machine has been attacked or other activity of concern is taking place, contact CERT.
If you wish to report a security issue affecting systems we run, please see our Vulnerability disclosure policy.
Securing your device
Choose a strong password & keep it safe
IT Services staff will never ask for your password by email, phone or in person.
Two-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication offers additional protection for your accounts.
Keep your device up to date
Update the software on your device to protect it from malware or a security breach.
Password managers
Password managers securely store all of your usernames and passwords for you. Read about the benefits and how to access the password manager we use at York.
Screen lock
Stop others being able to access your device.
Remote security features
Lock or locate your device if it's lost or stolen.
Phone security
Treat your phone as carefully as your bank cards.
Safe use of University information on all devices
Safe use policy »
Information Management Training
A number of information management courses are available to research staff and postgraduate researchers.
Virus & malware protection
Protecting your device, & what to do if it gets a virus.
Network settings & firewalls
Prevent automatic connections to unknown/open wireless networks.
Dispose of your device properly
Do you need to wipe your data, and how to do it.
Protect confidential data
Encrypt your data to keep it secure when stored or sent.
MetaCompliance
Ongoing Information/Cyber Security Awareness and Data Protection training for staff is provided by IT Services through the MetaCompliance portal.
Computing Risk Assessment (CRA)
The Computing Risk Assessment ensures secure and compliant computing services at the University of York.
Files: security and policy
Monitoring internet usage
The University’s internet connection is provided by the UK’s research network JANET. It is a condition of our connection that we are able to trace misuse of the network to an individual if requested.
Social networks
- Best practices for Facebook privacy settings (External link)
- How to delete a Facebook account (External link)
7 golden rules of information security
Our seven golden rules for protecting information, and protecting yourself:
- Seven golden rules
Using IT when you're travelling
