Security Resources

Check out security tips, brochures, flyers and other security awareness campaign resources published by the University Information Security Office.

 

University Data Security Initiative

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Data Security Task Force Website
• FAQ: Protecting Data While Telecommuting
• Data Security Plan Template
• Download the Eraser tool here!

 

Computer Security Primers

• What is a firewall?
• Firewall Request Form
• Microsoft Security Bulletins
• System Security Patching
• NetID Password Guidelines
• Acceptable Use Policy Overview
• Getting Started with Safe Computing
• Protecting Your Georgetown Computer
• Information Classification Examples

 

UISO Newsletters

• September 2009
• October 2009 

  

SANS Institute Newsletters

The following newsletters are published by the SANS Instititue. They are not representative of the UISO. These publications are to be used as security awareness resources for university faculty and staff.

• August 2009
• July 2009

 

 

Articles

• New Policy Addresses Secure Handling of SSNs
• New Policy on Conducting Internet Commercial Transactions at Georgetown

 

Flyers

• Protecting Data at Georgetown
• Unlocked Screens: Collection
  (Note: To print 2 flyers per letter-sized page, in the print options, under the "Page Scaling" option, select "Multiple Pages Per Sheet" and print 2 pages per sheet)
  
• Unlocked Screens: "Loose Lips Might Sink Ships"
• Unlocked Screens: "Army"
• Security Advisory: Phishing