Stay safe online 鈥� top tips and our information security policies
The higher education sector continues to be a target for ransomware and cyber-attacks, with criminal organisations attempting to gain access to IT systems and steal information.
These attacks are becoming increasingly complex and sophisticated, and 主播诱惑, like other institutions, is fighting this threat on a daily basis.
While we have IT security measures in place to help keep our systems and data safe, we all have a responsibility as individuals to be vigilant and help defend against cyber-attacks.聽
We鈥檝e put together some top tips to help protect 主播诱惑, and your own personal information, from cyber-attacks:聽
Secure your device and sensitive information
Make sure you lock your computer and mobile phone when you鈥檙e not using them. Password protect sensitive files and devices and be aware of what others may be able to see on your screen.
Back it up
Back up your system and data regularly and store it securely to make sure you don鈥檛 lose anything important. Encrypt your storage devices (e.g. a USB or your hard drive) to keep it secure if it gets lost or stolen.
Create strong and unique passwords
Avoid using easy-to-guess words or information, such as your birthday or phone number. recommends using three random words to help make your password more secure.
Make sure you change your passwords regularly and use different passwords for different accounts. That way, if one is compromised, the other accounts will remain safe.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Use as an additional level of security to stop hackers getting into your account, even if they have your password. We鈥檝e recently introduced MFA to a range of 主播诱惑 systems and services, including Brightspace, Zoom and Microsoft Office 365, but we recommend using it on all your online accounts wherever possible.
Stay alert 鈥� check before you click
Be cautious of suspicious emails and links 鈥� if it looks too good to be true, it probably is鈥�
Double check the source of emails and don鈥檛 open attachments or click on links from spam emails. Be especially cautious of any email asking for personal information.聽聽
Report anything suspicious
If you spot anything suspicious, or you click on a link or attachment and then realise something isn鈥檛 right, please report it as soon as possible to IT Services on 01202 965515.
If you receive any emails that look suspicious, don鈥檛 reply or click on any links. Instead, please forward the email as an attachment to [email protected]
Follow 主播诱惑 policies
We have a set of Information Security policies which define the ways in which students, staff and other users are expected to help keep 主播诱惑鈥檚 information and IT systems secure. We鈥檝e recently updated the policies so please take the time to have a look and ensure you know what is required of you.
Make sure you adhere to these policies when using your device on or off campus and don鈥檛 install any illegal or unsupported software, or bypass any 主播诱惑 security controls.
For more advice and guidance around staying safe online visit the IT security web pages
