Media Archive

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.

5/4/2023
Matt Martin

Don’t leave yourself exposed to a potential cat-astrophe. Secure yourself online and #MayTheFourth be with you! #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/73mmx
3/30/2023
Matt Martin
Dog sniffing a leaf held by a person. Text: Would you be-leaf someone at random on the street? Then why would you trust random emails, texts, or calls?

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
3/14/2023
Matt Martin

Creating an MCommunity group? Respect the privacy expectations and preferences of your group members. Only add them with their permission. #SecureLifeOfPets myumi.ch/J9gNb
2/6/2023
Information Assurance

Use Apple biometrics for safe and easy login to websites
12/7/2022
Matt 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
11/23/2022
Matt Martin

Don't end up a turkey this holiday season! Follow our tips for safe online shopping. myumi.ch/d9M7R #SecureLifeOfPets
10/13/2022
Matt Martin

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
8/30/2022
Information Assurance
Envelop with letter popping out with a exclamation point and the words "Phishing Scam Threat"

Spoof emails can look very real. Learn how to spot a spoof. 
8/30/2022
Information Assurance
Screenshot of a keyboard with a finger hovering above a key that reads "Email Security"

Understanding how cyber criminals steal your information can better help you protect yourself. 
8/30/2022
Information Assurance
Several images of tech support scam pop-ups such as "Security Warning!" and "Danger! Virus Detected"

Tech issues can be unsettling, but tech support scams can be dangerous. Take action. 
8/25/2022
Matt Martin

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
8/11/2022
Matt Martin

Privacy matters. Be careful about what you share on Social Media. Learn more about social media privacy at myumi.ch/5WD3z. #SafeComputing #SecureLifeOfPets #ProtectYourPrivacy
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
Screen shot of the poster listing the 4 levels of sensitive data, restricted, high, moderate and low, and encouraging users to access only the data they are authorized to access, work with the data responsibly, and store it appropriately.

Take into account data classification levels and 
protect sensitive data.
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
Screen shot of the posters urging users to report phishing at ReportPhish@umich.edu.

Protect others and contribute to U-M IT security defense.
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
Screen shot of the poster urging users to be aware of data collection practices, know their privacy rights, make informed choices on when to disclose personal information, and respect others' privacy.

Privacy matters: choose it or lose it.
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
Screen shot of the poster listing signs of vishing, such as unexpected calls requiring personal information or payments, and encouraging users to hang up and call be to confirm the identity of the caller.

Vishing—or voice phishing—is a fraudulent call meant to trick you into giving money or revealing personal information.
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
Screen shot of the poster encouraging uses to not respond or click on links in suspicious text messages asking for personal information, urging unexpected required action, or claiming you have won prizes or contests.

Be suspicious of unexpected texts from unknown numbers. Texting scams can steal personal information and money.
7/15/2022
Information Assurance Safe Computing
A screen shot of the poster encouraging users to shop trustworthy sites and sellers, protect their devices and data, and avoid traps like suspicious links, attachments, and pop-ups.

Tips for making your online shopping experience safer.
6/23/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

@UMich: Clicked a suspicious link? Worried your account was hacked? Protect yourself from identity theft: http://myumi.ch/mnVrg #SecureLifeOfPets
6/15/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Watch out for impawsters! Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft! http://myumi.ch/a01Pp #WebSafeWednesday #SecureLifeOfPets #identitytheft
6/9/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Learn how to spot phishes to avoid being fleeced! http://myumi.ch/7en11 #SecureLifeOfPets #UMich
6/7/2022
Information Assurance Secure Your Devices
Screen shot of the poster encouraging users to lock their devices when not using them.

Keep personal and U-M data secure by locking your devices when not using them.
6/2/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Are you on the right path to a strong and secure password? Don’t be the only one who isn’t following the U-M Password Security Checklist: http://myumi.ch/6n8gw #SecureLifeOfPets #SafeComputing #PasswordSecurity
5/24/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Don’t get yourself sick by responding to Phish! Protect yourself and learn how to spot Phishes. http://myumi.ch/LzRqD #SecureLifeOfPets #SafeComputhing
5/11/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Fake pages can look exactly like the real ones! Check the URL before clicking and entering login information. http://myumi.ch/LrPK8 #WebTipWednesday #SecureLifeOfPets
4/21/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Don’t forget to improve your device security by turning on automatic updates. Get more tips at Safe Computing: http://myumi.ch/6v0Wv #SecureLifeOfPets
4/12/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Securing your devices is easy, just follow the guidance on Safe Computing!
4/7/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

: Undershare, do not overshare on social media. http://myumi.ch/6x4k0 

3/31/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

One of the best ways to #ProtectYourPrivacy is to choose your own privacy settings, especially on social media sites and apps. Get more tips on privacy on Safe Computing. https://myumi.ch/M96P6 #SecureLifeOfPets
3/1/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Filings and returns can be taxing enough, be sure to avoid frauds and scams targeting you this tax season! https://myumi.ch/BoDRq #SecureLifeOfPets #SafeComputing #TipTuesday #Taxes
2/24/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Roughly 75% of the U.S. public uses more than one social media platform. Don’t overshare online. Protect your privacy! https://socialintegrity.umich.edu/a-good-digital-citizen/… #UofMSocialIntegrity #ProtectYourPrivacy #SecureLifeOfPets
1/26/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Check your social media privacy settings. Updated apps may have new settings. More tips: http://myumi.ch/6x4k0 #SecureLifeOfPets #PrivacyAware #WebSafeWednesday
1/5/2022
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Good digital citizens respect boundaries when posting. Learn how to make everyone's online experience better! https://myumi.ch/2DwNv #SecureLifeOfPets #WebSafeWednesday #UMSafeComputing
12/22/2021
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

If you're traveling for the holidays, make sure to keep your data and devices safe! Learn how: https://myumi.ch/V7eQW #SecureLifeOfPets #WebSafeWednesday
12/21/2021
@umichTECH Secure Life of Pets

Using a credit card to shop online is one way to get extra protection. See other tips on Safe Computing. https://myumi.ch/d9M7R #SecureLifeOfPets #UMSafeComputing
5/4/2021
Information Assurance

Tips for Safe Videoconferencing
4/5/2021
Information Assurance

IT Security — Our Shared Responsibility
1/22/2021
Information Assurance

ViziBLUE at U-M
4/13/2020
Information Assurance

IT Security Tips for When You Work from Home
3/16/2020
Information Assurance

Report an IT Security Incident
8/7/2013
Information Assurance

Protect Yourself & the University from Spear Phishing