Our Commitment
Our Commitment
At York University, we recognize that information security is about more than just defending against cyber threats—it’s about protecting privacy, ensuring responsible data management, and fostering a culture of digital trust.
Explore our resources, best practices, and cybersecurity awareness materials designed to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape of information security.
Phishing is a scam in which someone sends you a message trying to get you to open a file, click a link, or follow provided instructions. Their goal is to steal your personal information or money.
While York employs a variety of measures to help protect against these threats. The security awareness initiative is intended to help promote and provide helpful resources and training to York community members.
Technology has gotten better and better, isn't it time to improve the way you handle passwords? Read the links below to help you create a strong password, manage all your passwords in a password manager, and enable two-step verification.
17 November 2025
The Information Security team has identified a targeted phishing email sent on November 17th, 2025 that is being circulated among the York University community. The email used the subject line equal or similar to "Important: Your Eligibility for the Fall 2...
5 November 2025
Phish Alert - 16.89 % Salary Increase Letter Wednesday, November 5, 2025
The Information Security team has identified a targeted phishing email being circulated among the York University community. The email, titled "16.89 % Salary Increase Letter Wednesday, November 5, 2025", claims to be sent from York University Payroll...
17 October 2025
Phish Alert - Beware of Sophisticated Phishing Campaign Targeting 1Password Users
The Information Security team is aware of a new phishing campaign targeting 1Password users with convincing "fake breach" alerts. Users of both personal and enterprise 1Password accounts should exercise caution and steer clear of emails that falsely claim...
