Information Security Resources for Students

An undergrad student with sign "First day of college!".

Welcome back, students! We understand that starting a new semester will be hectic, so we’ve assembled key resources to assist with your security needs. Check out our curated list of advice and guidance to get you started. Device security is essential for protecting your privacy and data. Top-notch device security involves using features built into […]

New Homepage Coming Soon

The Office of Information Security is always looking for new ways to improve our website to provide the best experience for the WashU community! Our homepage is going through a design overhaul to make accessing the critical security information you need easier.  Our Current Homepage Our New Homepage Below is how the new homepage will […]

The Power of Virtual Private Networks (VPN) in Privacy Protection 

In the digital age where a lot of our private information is on the internet – in public and supposedly in private storage – ensuring online privacy has become even more integral to protecting your online activity and identity. According to Cobalt’s Top Cybersecurity Statistics for 2024, there are over 2,200 cyberattacks a day (a […]