http://www.security.ku.edu Welcome to the information technology security web site for The University of Kansas-Lawrence campus. This site exists to provide the KU community with tools and resources to maintain the security of information and the technology we use to manage it. en-us Copyright @ 2002-2004 University of Kansas Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:53:28 CDT Alerts itsec@ku.edu itsec@ku.edu 45 http://www.security.ku.edu/images/itso-logo.gif http://www.security.ku.edu http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=37 The objective of encryption is to improve data security by encrypting data while in transit and in storage.Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:11:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=36 Network and system login banners are an important aspect of securing your IT resources.Tue, 26 Dec 2006 16:42:12 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=35 Keeping your Antivirus software updated is critical to safe computing.Wed, 21 Jun 2006 08:43:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=34 The vast majority of worms and other successful cyber attacks are made possible by vulnerabilities in a small number of common operating system services.Tue, 10 Jan 2006 12:12:08 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=33 Keeping systems updated is easy and essential for staying secure.Tue, 27 Sep 2005 23:23:02 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=32 Not all hackers are masters of technology. Social engineers manipulate people as a means to nefarious ends.Fri, 16 Sep 2005 11:27:42 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=31 The length of your password, along with it's complexity, can either make your account a bank vault or a paper bag.Thu, 08 Sep 2005 16:14:12 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=29 Recovering from a virus, rootkit, or trojan can be quite difficult, here are some tips to help you out.Tue, 06 Sep 2005 14:41:10 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=30 There are a number of resources available with information on hardening various Linux operating systems.Sun, 19 Jun 2005 09:12:34 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=26 SSH servers are becoming more and more common. By default many SSH servers need to be configured to be more secure.Wed, 25 May 2005 12:10:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=22 Passwords are an essential aspect of computer security providing an important front line of protection for electronic resources by preventing unauthorized access. Wed, 18 May 2005 16:04:15 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=21 How to properly remove data before transfering or discarding computer equipmentFri, 06 May 2005 14:53:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=20 A tool to hardening windows services, set password requirements and turn on proper event logging.Fri, 06 May 2005 13:36:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=19 Check the security settings in your web browser to make sure they are at an appropriate level. While increasing your security may affect the functionality of some web sites, it could prevent you from being attacked.Thu, 24 Mar 2005 15:00:19 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=18 Tips for keeping your workstation secure.Tue, 15 Mar 2005 16:42:15 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=15 Phishing attacks use 'spoofed' e-mails and fraudulent websites designed to fool recipientsSun, 07 Nov 2004 09:50:12 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=13 The vast majority of worms and other successful cyber attacks are made possible by vulnerabilities in a small number of common operating system servicesTue, 19 Oct 2004 07:49:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=12 Basic steps to secure Mac OSxSun, 10 Oct 2004 01:39:52 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=11 Recognizing and Avoiding Spyware Thu, 07 Oct 2004 07:20:31 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=10 Understanding EncryptionThu, 07 Oct 2004 07:19:34 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=8 A brief description of spam emailTue, 05 Oct 2004 12:19:18 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=2 Information about the Sophos Antivirus productTue, 05 Oct 2004 11:42:32 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=1 How to apply route rules to secure windows computers.Mon, 04 Oct 2004 18:40:09 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=3 Seven Basic Step to Secure your Windows PCThu, 16 Sep 2004 06:57:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=5 Firewalls provide protection against outside attackers by shielding your computer or network from malicious or unnecessary Internet trafficThu, 16 Sep 2004 06:57:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=7 How to keep your Mac OSx and Mac OS 9.x computer up to dateSun, 12 Sep 2004 16:04:08 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=4 There are good passwords and bad passwords. Do you know the difference?Sun, 05 Sep 2004 11:42:32 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=27 Disabling NULL session on your Windows PC can keep you from getting infected.Tue, 17 Aug 2004 12:01:00 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=16 Before submitting your email address or other personal information online, you need to be sure that the privacy of that information will be protected.Thu, 15 Jul 2004 09:15:12 CDT http://www.security.ku.edu/docs/doc-viewer.jsp?id=14 As of August 20, 2003 NetBIOS access from off campus has been blockedSat, 30 Aug 2003 00:00:00 CDT