Cybersecurity is an increasing concern across all industries. We see and hear about it on the news almost daily. Yale is no exception. Cybercriminals are intent on disrupting the critical work we do across Yale. Our peer institutions have seen an increase in these cyber disruptions too.
We all play a role in securing Yale's ongoing pursuit of excellence. Your small actions can make a big impact for security at Yale. Use this page for cybersecurity awareness resources, tips, events, and chances to win exclusive prizes.
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Simple. Repeatable. Actionable.
Cybersecurity takes all of us.
Our awareness program aims to help everyone understand how to work securely at Yale. The program introduces simple, repeatable actions to keep your data out of harm’s way. Your small actions can make a big impact for security at Yale.
How can I get involved?
Cybersecurity, simplified.
There's a lot to know about cybersecurity. We are here to empower you, not overwhelm you. That's why we've come up with four topics to help you be cyber aware, everywhere.
Over the course of the next year, we will introduce awareness campaigns for these four topics. Each campaign will have multi-media messaging, learning opportunities, events, and chances to win exclusive swag.
Our current campaign is Know Your Risk.
This topic focuses on why knowing the risk is so important. Use our Know Your Risk toolkit for tips on how to stay safe at home and at work. Check out othe News & Events page and join us for one of our fun upcoming activities.
Cybersecurity Awareness Webinar: Top 10 Most Entertaining & Easy-to-Hack Passwords
Need tips to keep your online information secure? Cyber news reporter Kerry Tomlinson shares interesting, entertaining and important information about password protection. Check out this informative recording and learn how to power up your passwords. Watch, learn, and then share with all the people in your life you care about including kids, spouses, partners, parents, and grandparents!
Cybersecurity Awareness Archives
Yale Cybersecurity Awareness Postcard
Want to keep cybersecurity awareness top of mind? Review and print this handy postcard to stay on your cybersecurity awareness toes.
Bee the Home Expert Webinar Recording
Enjoy this recording of our "Bee the Home Expert" webinar with David Miller. David is a former FBI agent who shared helpful tips and tricks to build our cybersecurity muscles at home. Watch, learn and share with family and friends to keep them safe online too.
Get in touch!
Do you have questions about cybersecurity awareness?
Is there a topic you'd like to learn more about?
E-mail information.security@yale.edu with questions and ideas.