Read time: 3–4 minutes Earlier this year, Smart Access shared that we would begin reviewing VPN device data to better understand the security posture of devices connecting to university resources. That work is now producing …
Cybersecurity News
The Office of Cybersecurity manages the university’s risk-reduction efforts through data protection, ongoing diagnostics, cybersecurity awareness training and policies and procedures to safeguard intellectual property and sensitive information.
2/23 Phishing alert: Subject line “Watchtower Notification: Potential Exposure Detected”
We received reports about a impersonation phish concerning Watchtower, a service by 1Password. The phish pretends that an item in your 1Password account has been breached and encourages you to click a fake Watchtower link for more information.
Smart Access January 2026 update
Smart Access work is active, focused on advancing Zero Trust with the tools we already have. Learn more about the current work and what’s next.
December 2025 progress update
Smart Access is focused on improving visibility and enabling data-informed decisions. In this article, the team shares the progress of their current work.
AI at work: A practical guide to using UW’s tools safely
Artificial intelligence tools can help you work smarter—drafting emails, summarizing documents, brainstorming ideas. But when you’re working with university data, choosing the right AI tool matters.
AI at work: A practical guide to using UW’s tools safely
Artificial intelligence tools can help you work smarter: drafting emails, summarizing documents, brainstorming ideas. But choosing the right AI tool matters. Here’s what you need to know to use AI responsibly at UW–Madison.
Device Data Analysis: Building the foundation for Smart Access decisions
The Smart Access program is focused on fortifying university cybersecurity. The foundation of this work is understanding the devices that are connecting to the university network. Learn more about the important work and what’s to come.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Join us all month to learn tips and tricks on how to protect your online privacy and data.
Conditional access: a smarter way to protect what matters most
Conditional access uses real-time signals, letting us apply the right protection, at the right time, for the right resource. Learn more about what this means for the Smart Access program.
Level up your cyber game: college competition edition
Think you know everything there is to know about cybersecurity and keeping data safe? Gather your friends and colleagues to compete in this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month cyber-trivia game.