Keeping Data and Assets
Safe and Secure
Information and resources for protecting Northeastern’s data—and your own.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Thank you to all those who joined us in celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October! View all the university-sponsored events that happened throughout the month to keep you, your devices, and your data secure.
Data Destruction Day
On Monday, Oct. 17, the Boston campus community came together to safely, securely, and sustainably destroy personal data on outdated devices and paper materials. Thank you for the great turnout!
See Something, Say Something
If you suspect a security incident, report it immediately through the IT Service Desk, available 24/7.
Email Phishing
If you suspect an email is phishing, use the Report button in Outlook. To verify whether an email is phishing, forward the suspected message to phishcatcher@northeastern.edu to investigate.
Need Security Assistance?
Support and consultations are available to the university community on information security matters. Consult with a team member today.
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Information Security Resources
Security Updates at Northeastern
Keeping Your Accounts Safe and Secure with Duo 2FA Updates
Staying secure in an evolving world of work
Whether you’re full remote or full commute, here are some reminders for securing your data at home or on the move.
Apps may be sharing more than you know
Does your clothes dryer really need to be on the internet? Protecting private data is often a matter of common sense.