SST IT Security Awareness

Protect Information When Using the Internet and eMail

Don't log in to web sites or online applications unless the login page is secure. Don't enter personal or sensitive information online unless you are using a trusted, secure web page.

Look for https:// (not http://) in the URL to indicate that there is a secure connection.

Be especially careful about what you do over wireless. Information and passwords sent via standard, unencrypted wireless are especially easy for hackers to intercept (most public access wireless is unencrypted). Hint: Set laptops and mobile devices to “ask” before joining networks so you don’t unknowingly connect to insecure wireless networks.

Don't send restricted data via email. Email is not a secure method of communication.

Be extremely careful with "filesharing" software. "Filesharing" opens your computer to the risk of malicious files and attackers. Also, if you share copyrighted files, you risk serious legal consequences including dismissal from employment at SST.

Don't install or download unknown or unsolicited programs to your computer. These can harbor behind-the-scenes computer viruses or open a "back door" giving others access to your computer without your knowledge.