Security
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- CyberSecurity iPod & Xbox Giveaway!
CyberSecurity Awareness Month is coming October 1st! Educate yourself on internet threats and security, then take our quiz each week for a chance to win an iPod Nano or Xbox360. Security is everyone's responsibility. Get Secure. Stay Secure. - Recognizing "ILSTU TEAM" phishing scam emailsFor the past few years, Illinois State University has been targeted by phishing emails. It is important that you recognize these scams so your ULID account is not compromised.
- Understanding the ISU Emergency Alert system at Illinois State UniversityEmergency alerts are sent to members of Illinois State when a crisis situation occurs on campus.
- Overview of WebVPNWhen you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
- Connecting with VPN using Mac OS X 10.6When you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
- Connecting with Cisco VPN Client for WindowsWhen you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
- Connecting with Cisco VPN Client for Mac OS XWhen you are off campus, some of Illinois State University's electronic services are unavailable to you unless you establish a VPN connection.
- Installing VPN profile on Mac OS X 10.6Download and install the VPN profile for Mac OS X 10.6 so that you can access restricted resources from off-campus.
- How to install the VPN profile for iPhone and iPod TouchFaculty and staff can download and install the VPN profile for iPhone and iPhone Touch.
- Scanning your computer with McAfee VirusScan 8.5iIf you think you might have a virus, scan your computer with McAfee VirusScan 8.5i.
- Updating McAfee VirusScan 8.5i virus definitions (DAT)Update McAfee VirusScan's virus definitions so it can detect and remove new viruses.
- How to scan your computer with Ad-Aware 2007If you are experiencing problems with pop-ups, ad software, spyware, or malware (or if your computer is acting strangely), you should scan it with Ad-Aware.
- How to scan your computer with Spybot Search & DestroyIf you are experiencing problems with pop-ups, ad software, spyware, or malware (or if your computer is acting strangely), you should scan it with Spybot Search & Destroy.
- How to scan your computer with AIMFixIf you use AOL Instant Messenger and you are experiencing problems with pop-ups, ad software, spyware, or malware, you should scan it with AIMFix.
- How to scan your computer with VundoFixIf you are experiencing problems with pop-ups, ad software, spyware, or malware (or if your computer is acting strangely), you should scan it with VundoFix.
- Profiling social websites like MySpace and FacebookSocial networking websites like MySpace and Facebook have garnered increasing popularity in today's society. In this article, we examine social website safety and security.
- 5 Strategies for smart social networkingWhen you join social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook, there are some things you should watch out for. Use these strategies to engage in social networking safely.
- How to avoid phishing scams and identity theftPhishing scams represent a serious threat. This article describes tactics used by phishing scammers and strategies to avoid identity theft.
- What to do if you're a victim of identity theftIdentity theft is a serious crime. If you think you're a victim of identity theft, you should act quickly—the faster you notify the appropriate authorities, the better off you will be.
- How to protect yourself onlineFor all its benefits, the Internet poses many dangers as well. Use these strategies to reduce your risk and to protect yourself online.
- Are You Secure? BrochureThis Are You Secure? brochure (PDF) gives an overview of important security issues and policies at Illinois State University.
- ResNet Terms of UseStudents are required to agree to the ResNet Terms of Use when they sign up for ResNet service at Illinois State University.
Information
We take viruses seriously.
McAfee VirusScan for Windows and McAfee Security for Mac can be downloaded by students, faculty, staff, and retirees at no cost.
Your email is scanned for viruses before it shows up in your Inbox. Infected email is blocked.
McAfee VirusScan ePO* keeps anti-virus updated.
The network is safe and reliable.
VPN and wireless are encrypted, secure connections.
Access is denied to computers that pose a threat.
Computers that connect to the network must meet the Conditions of Access.
*ePO is automatically set up for student computers on ResNet and computers in campus offices.
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