Smartphone Privacy and Security
What does your smartphone know about you? More than you realize. When you think about it, we use our smartphones for a lot of routine activities in our daily lives. We send email, keep up with family...
View ArticleReporting a Security Incident Every User’s Responsibility
Do you know what to do if your ECU computer is stolen? What if you actually respond to a phishing email? These two scenarios and more are termed a security incident, and it’s important to report them...
View ArticleHow Phishing Scams are Becoming Sophisticated
Phishing is a method by which someone tries to lure you into revealing your valuable personal information, such as an account password or credit card number. The intent of this type of scam is to gain...
View ArticleCyberstalking and You – It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way
Cyberstalking is when technology is used to harass a victim online. A true cyberstalker’s intent is to harm the intended victim using anonymity and untraceable distance technology. Avoid being a victim...
View ArticleProtect Your Data | Protect Yourself
It’s always a good idea to: 1) Develop a strong ECU passphrase 2) NEVER share your passphrase 3) Copy important data files to your Piratedrive folder 4) lock your devices when unattended.
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Data Privacy Month | Privacy vs. Security – Differences Small and Significant
While related and often used interchangeably, the terms, privacy and security have different meanings and purposes, and the differences are an important distinction. The basic concept of privacy is an...
View ArticleEncrypt Sensitive Data on Your Hard Drive or Flash Drive
Encrypt sensitive information on your computer’s hard drive or when transporting via flash drive.
View ArticleThe Identity Finder Download Searches your Hard Drive for Sensitive Data
Download the Identity Finder software to scan your computer for sensitive data.
View ArticleStoring Sensitive Information
See these rules for storage and transmission of HIPAA, SSN, FERPA and PCI data. Report violations to the IT Help Desk, 252.328.9866 | 800.340.7081. We’ve also created a handy grid to help you decide...
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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. There is an important role we all play in ECU cybersecurity efforts that combines responsibility, decision-making, and community. By combining...
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