ITS Information Assurance and our partners create many kinds of informational materials which we have made available in this archive. Sort the materials by type and/or topic to find things you and your unit can re-share, post, or hand out. We hope you find these materials fun, educational, and that they help you secure and protect you and the U-M community's systems and data.
What goes into Securing U-M?
A Conversation with Cindy Cohn
The Case for Hope in Dystopian Times
Exploring Digital Privacy from a Child’s Perspective
Privacy for Populations at Risk: Supporting Journalists Facing Online Attacks
ViziBLUE at U-M for Faculty & Staff
2025 Privacy@Michigan Keynote with Prof. Sauvik Das
1984 Screening: U-M Faculty Panel Conversation
2024 Privacy@Michigan Keynote with Prof. Alessandro Acquisti
If a tech support rep unexpectedly calls you to "help" you with a problem. Paws and hang up! It's a scam! https://myumi.ch/m78zg #SecureLifeofPets
Treat yourself to greater security by not falling for tactics designed to steal your personal information. That’s a trick no one likes. #SecureLifeofPets
When traveling, keep your devices with you and physically secured, don’t use public WiFi, and avoid public charging stations. #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/L3nR7
Some phishing attempts are tricky. Learn how to spot phishes to avoid falling for a scam: myumi.ch/n7g1d #SecureLifeOfPets
Don’t leave yourself exposed to a potential cat-astrophe. Secure yourself online and #MayTheFourth be with you! #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/73mmx
Filings and returns can be taxing enough, be sure to avoid frauds and scams targeting you this tax season! myumi.ch/BoDRq #SecureLifeOfPets
Would you be-leaf someone at random on the street? Why would you trust random emails, texts, or calls? Get tips on avoiding fraud and scams. myumi.ch/Jme0z #SecureLifeOfPets
TikTok, Boom.: Discussion with Film Director Shalini Kantayya
Creating an MCommunity group? Respect the privacy expectations and preferences of your group members. Only add them with their permission. #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/J9gNb
Filings and returns can be taxing enough, be sure to avoid frauds and scams targeting you this tax season! http://myumi.ch/BoDRq #SecureLifeOfPets
2023 Privacy@Michigan Keynote with Dr. Kirsten Martin
Don’t let Santa Claws get his paws on your identity this holiday season! Beware of identity theft and protect yourself online. #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/gNp93
Don't end up a turkey this holiday season! Follow our tips for safe online shopping. myumi.ch/d9M7R #SecureLifeOfPets
Find important guidelines for securing your devices, data, and connections. myumi.ch/6k7qd #SecureLifeOfPets
2022 SUMIT Keynote: Adventures in Securing At-Risk People
Ensure you are aware of all the ways you can protect yourself and the U. Check out the Safe Computing Curriculum and better protect @UMich and your own personal data. myumi.ch/DJgM1 #SecureLifeOfPets
Add the Data Protection course to your MyLINC playlist to learn why protecting U-M data is important, what risks exist & how to avoid them, and how to fulfill your responsibility for protecting the U. myumi.ch/z14NW #SecureLifeOfPets
Understanding how cyber criminals steal your information can better help you protect yourself.
Tech issues can be unsettling, but tech support scams can be dangerous. Take action.
Spoof emails can look very real. Learn how to spot a spoof.
Don’t wait. Report any suspected IT security incidents as soon as possible. Refer to myumi.ch/M9RWQ to learn more what a security incident is and how to report it. #SafeComputing #SecureLifeOfPets
Privacy matters. Be careful about what you share on Social Media. Learn more about social media privacy at myumi.ch/5WD3z. #SafeComputing #SecureLifeOfPets #ProtectYourPrivacy
Don’t fall asleep on Cybersecurity. Safeguard your online identity and accounts by securing your data and devices. Learn more at myumi.ch/Nm8WQ. #SafeComputing #SecureLifeOfPets
Take into account data classification levels and protect sensitive data.
Vishing—or voice phishing—is a fraudulent call meant to trick you into giving money or revealing personal information.
Protect others and contribute to U-M IT security defense.
Be suspicious of unexpected texts from unknown numbers. Texting scams can steal personal information and money.
Tips for making your online shopping experience safer.
Privacy matters: choose it or lose it.
@UMich: Clicked a suspicious link? Worried your account was hacked? Protect yourself from identity theft: http://myumi.ch/mnVrg #SecureLifeOfPets
Watch out for impawsters! Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft! http://myumi.ch/a01Pp #WebSafeWednesday #SecureLifeOfPets #identitytheft
Learn how to spot phishes to avoid being fleeced! http://myumi.ch/7en11 #SecureLifeOfPets #UMich
Keep personal and U-M data secure by locking your devices when not using them.