Information Security Training FAQ

The cybersecurity of the University depends on you as a technology user—what you know and the decisions you make based on what you know. Decisions you make every day about email, passwords, and whom to trust — strengthen or weaken the cybersecurity of the University of Chicago. Your access to technology is one of many possible points of entry that a cybercriminal can take advantage of. A system-wide attack can be launched through your computer or account and give cybercriminals access for attacking the University’s networks and systems.

The University’s Information Security Training course is available through Workday and provides guidance to help you remain safe while using the internet and the University’s networks and systems. Security training strengthens your awareness, understanding, and improves your day-to-day decisions-making which can lessen your chances of falling victim to ransomware attacks, phishing scams, hacking, and the like. This ultimately better protects everyone at the University and decreases the chances of data loss, ransom for restored rights, or other breaches.

This page provides answers to the most asked questions relating to the training.