Even without any visible signs, you may already be a victim of data theft.
We regularly observe that student and staff accounts are compromised without the users’ knowledge. This vulnerability is often linked to installing software or downloading content from unofficial websites, which can introduce malware or intrusive ads onto your devices.
Everyone’s vigilance is the first line of defense in ensuring both the security of our systems and of your personal information.
Objective
To help you secure your digital environment, the University is providing you with an analysis and detection kit. The goal is to enable you to:
- Detect malware before it can fraudulently use your data.
- Identify potential threats on your personal devices (PCs, Macs, tablets).
- Benefit from an accurate diagnosis for targeted assistance from our experts.
Method: How to protect yourself?
To improve the security of your workstation, follow the Antivirus Toolkit procedure (PDF in French below):
- Analysis: Run the diagnostic tool on your equipment.
- Detection: Let the software identify threats or unwanted programs.
- Report: Generate the final diagnostic report.
- Action: Forward this report to the specialized team for in-depth analysis and assistance with remediation.
Best practices reminder:
- Always prefer official sources for your downloads.
- Be wary of offers of completely free content that is usually paid.
- When in doubt, always use the Antivirus Toolkit.
Contact & Support
Need help or technical support for your computer? Our teams are here to assist you.
- For students: Send the report to your contact point, the technical representative who reached out to you.
- For staff members: Please contact your local IT representative directly.