Security & Safe Computing

✻ IT Security Awareness/Training
✻ Privacy, Risk, and FIPPA Compliance
✻ Best Practices (Email, Informed Browsing)

Articles (12)

2-Step Verification on VPN

VIU has introduced 2-Step Verification on the Virtual Private Connection (VPN) connection as of October 28th, 2025. This page provides links and information regarding this change.

2SV: What is 2-Step Verification (2SV)?

Blocked Applications on VIU Provided Computers

This page lists the applications that have been blocked for use on VIU provided computer hardware.

Computer Security for On and Off Campus

E-mail Security Awareness Program

this page provides details regarding VIU Cybersecurity's Email Security Awareness Program, including an overview and frequently asked questions

How can I deal with phishing and spam email?

How do I disable browser notifications?

How do I manage quarantined messages in Outlook?

How do I run a virus scan with Windows Defender?

Protect Your Digital Identity

Replying to emails from unknown senders

Outlines some of the risks when replying to unknown senders and offers some best practices for doing so.

Voice Mail Phishing Scams

What to watch out for when it comes to fake voice mail notification e-mails