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Encryption of mobile devices
Desktop Configuration
Virus software installed and up to datePersonal Firewall Configured
Automatic Software Updates ConfiguredScreensaver Lockout Configured
Choose Software Update in System Preferences, check Check for updates: and choose Daily from the drop box next to it, check Download important updates in the background box
Require services such as ssh, ftp, SQL be open to the Internet
Constant Internet scanning of ports such as ssh for brute force password attacks and vulnerabilities in SQL software
ITS offers port and vulnerability scan service
Send name and IP number of server to [email protected]
Screensaver Lockout
Protects your computer while it is not attended
Requires a password and a timeout period
In Display Properties window, click on Screen Saver tab, check On resume, password protect, and choose the properwait time, click OK
In Mac OS X, choose Desktop & Screen Saver from System Preferences, choose proper screen saver and start time
In Mac OS X, choose Security from System Preferences, check Require password to wake this computer from sleep or screen saver box
Date: 10/31/2007
Ferris State University is alerting applicants that their personal information was stored on a laptop stolen from a recruiter's car. The laptop contained the names, address, dates of birth, telephone numbers, e-mail address and academic information on 18,000 2007 and 2008 applicants. According to university officials, the information on the laptops is protected by two levels of user identification and passwords so the risk of identity theft is low. However, the university wants to make sure students are aware of the risks and what steps they can take to protect themselves. Toward this end, the university has created a web site - www.ferris.edu/laptoptheft - as well as a phone line - 800-433-7747 - to help answer questions and provide information.
Date: 10/17/2007
The University of Cincinnati is alerting students after a flash drive containing student data, including names and Social Security numbers, was stolen. The drive, containing information on more than 7,000 graduate and undergraduate students, was stolen from the desk of an employee. According to university officials, there has been no evidence that the information has been misused. The university has sent letters to all affected students and has also alerted the three major credit bureaus.
Confidential information on mobile devices must be protected
Login passwords and file passwords help but are not enough
True security for confidential information requires that the information be encrypted
TrueCrypt