security
MIT community members who use LastPass should be aware of an upcoming mandatory change to their account that requires user action. Users with accounts created before August 5, 2024, will be prompted to request a Privacy Enhancement in LastPass that will encrypt URLs.
In August of 2022, LastPass suffered a security incident, which Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) has been monitoring. New as of March 1, 2023: LastPass has posted a new update on this incident with revised recommended actions.
To help strengthen the cybersecurity of the Institute's infrastructure, the MIT and MIT GUEST wireless networks will be changing in January.
Scammers are getting smarter. Learn how to identify and avoid phishing attempts with these tips.
If you work or study at MIT and need to change your Kerberos password, you have several methods to choose from.
MIT's Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect securely to Institute resources no matter where you are and provides protection on public WiFi.
Learn how to get the most out of Duo to maximize your online security and convenience.
Exercise caution when handling any email that appears to be from the IRS.
MIT’s Information Protection website will guide you in safeguarding information at the Institute.
MIT does not recommend allowing attendees to join any Zoom session without requiring either Touchstone authentication or a meeting password.