Security & Privacy
Start here to find out how to protect your privacy
and keep your information and Penn's data safe.
General Security &
Privacy Information
Security Web Site
- Comprehensive information about securing
personal and institutional data and computers, including
checklists and advice on issues such as spam.
Information
Security Brochure - A compilation of important security information
and usage tips.
Privacy
Web Site - Comprehensive privacy information,
including information about Penn's privacy
initiatives and identity theft.
Policies - University
security & privacy policies.
Computer Viruses & Malware
Antivirus Software for Macs and PCs - Site for obtaining software, documentation, and related information.
Symantec Endpoint Protection - Download links and installation instructions
Windows Update Service (WAUS) formerly Software Update Service (SUS) - on-campus service for downloading security patches for Windows OS.
Authentication
& Kerberos
PennKey & Password
- Registering, resetting, using, and protecting
your PennKey and password.
Secure
Passwords - How to create a secure password.
Kerberos Security
- Setting yourself up to use Kerberized applications
at Penn.
Additional Data Security
Topics
Data
Backup - The BackItUp service provides backup of network-connected
computers and workstations.
PGP - Whole disk encryption to protect data on desktops, notebooks, and removeable media.
Secure Share - Service for exchanging sensitive information securely (for faculty and staff).
Secure Space - Filesharing/data storage service for faculty and staff engaged in collaborative activities.
Security & Privacy
Contacts
To Report
a Computer Virus
To
Report Electronic Harassment or Security Incidents
To
Raise Privacy Questions or Concerns
To
Report Copyright Infringement in the Electronic
Environment
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