Information Security
How can we help you?
- Report a possible phishing attempt
- I need to reset or recertify my CNetID or password.
- I want to know how to use two-factor authentication.
- I need an SSL, code signing, or some other kind of security certificate.
- Report a possible compromise or other security incident
- I have a question about security for my application or have my application reviewed.
- My account was locked for spamming or due to some other security issue.
- I need access to phone records, emails, or other data for an investigation or personnel matter.
- I’m traveling and received an email asking that I contact the security team.
- My computer or phone was blocked from the network due to a virus detection.
- I want to send the security team a report about a security vulnerability or some other issue I discovered.
- A website I tried to visit is blocked and erroneously listed as suspicious. What do I do?
IT Policies
Refer to the University’s official IT policies regarding data security and use of copyrighted material.
Training and User Guides
Complete security training and get user guides for helpful security tips and advice.
Phishing Alerts
Listed below are the latest phishing scams that have been acted upon by Information Security. Think you’ve received a phishing email? Don’t click it, report it.
Email Scam (July 17, 2025): Salary Adjustment Letter Available – Secure Link Inside
*Dear Faculty members*, *I hope this message finds you well.* *I am writing to inform you that your salary adjustment letter is now available for your review. Please find the secure link to access your document below:* *[Secure Link Here] - bad_google_form_link* *If...
Email Scam (July 8, 2025): Marjerie Morin a partagé « TAX Evaluation » avec vous
From: "Marjerie Morin" <vprlt@fiqspsl.com> Date: Tue, 8 Jul 2025 18:19:09 +0000 Subject: Marjerie Morin a partagé « TAX Evaluation » avec vous
Email Scam (July 01, 2025): “Release Pending Messages”
From: cAlert system <cAlert.system@uchicago.edu>Subject: Release Pending MessagesDate: July 1, 2025 at 11:33:14 AM CDTTo: user@cs.uchicago.eduYou have undelivered messages. View and release messagesRelease Messages...
Security News
Check here for the latest security alerts that may affect you.
Security Alert: Fake CAPTCHA Compromises on the Rise
Threat actors are constantly evolving their tactics to be more convincing. We want to bring your attention to a sneaky social engineering technique called ClickFix that cybercriminals are using to trick unsuspecting users. Here's what you need to know to stay safe:...
Job Fraud Threats – Employment/Grant/Scholarship Scams Targeting Students
A common misconception about cyber attackers is that they use only highly advanced tools and techniques to hack into peoples’ computers, accounts, lives. Cyber attackers have learned that the easiest ways to steal your information, hack your accounts, or infect your...
Securing Your Digital Life with Multi- Factor Authentication
In today’s digital landscape, securing your online accounts is vital. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) serves as a security defense to protect yourself against cybercriminals. MFA requires anyone logging into an account to navigate a multi-step process to prove their...
Ditch the Post-It Notes and Use a Password Manager
Most of us manage 100 or more passwords for our online accounts and it can be tough to remember so many unique passwords. If you’re like most people, you’re probably using the same password for most of your accounts—and that’s not safe. Once that single password is...