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Information Security at UH

Welcome to the University of Hawaii Information Security (InfoSec) home page. The Information Security site and team are here to provide guidance and assistance to the University community to keep its resources safe and secure from both cyber and physical threats. The InfoSec Team is also responsible for development and implementation of the University of Hawaii Information Security Program.

To contact the Information Security Team, send email to: infosec@hawaii.edu

Protecting Sensitive Data

Protecting Sensitive Information at UH
Password Guidelines
Securely Deleting Electronic Information
How to Securely Delete Electronic Information in Windows
Securing Your Desktop Computer
UH Spam/Phishing
Securing Your Computer & Protecting Your Information
Web Transaction Security
Setting Up Windows Encryption
Setting Up Encryption on Mac
Exchanging Files Securely at UH - UH File Drop
The UH VPN Service
Information Security Risk Assessment Survey (pdf)

 

Securing Your Computer

Securing Your Desktop Computer
Setting Up Windows Encryption
Setting Up Encryption on Mac
Securely Deleting Electronic Information
How to Securely Delete Electronic Information in Windows
Securing Your Computer & Protecting Your Information
Web Transaction Security
Password Guidelines

 

Securing Your Mobile Devices

Best Practices for Laptop Users
Securing your Smartphones
Securing your iPad or Tablet Device

 

Presentation Resources

 

             

Information Security Policies

UH Executive Policies

E2.210: Use and Management of Information Technology Resources policy
E2.214: Security and Protection of Sensitive Information [pdf]
E2.215: UH Institutional Data Governance Policy [pdf]
E7.208: Student Conduct Code [pdf]

UH Administrative Procedures

A8.710: Credit Card Program [pdf]
A8.711 Electronic Payments via University Websites [pdf]

State of Hawaii Revised Statutes

HRS 92F: Uniform Information Practices Act (UIPA)
HRS 92F: UIPA: Disclosure
HRS 487J: Social Security Number Protection
HRS 487N: Security Breach of Personal Information
HRS 487R: Destruction of Personal Information Records

 

Cloud Computing Considerations

Things you should know about cloud security
Cloud Computing in Education

 

Cyber Safety Tips & Guidelines

If you suspect that your account has been compromised...
Getting your PC unblocked on the UH Network
Password Guidelines

 

External Resources

EDUCAUSE Information Security Guide
Anti-Phishing Working Group
FTC Consumer Information
How firewalls work
Microsoft Windows Update
Stay Safe Online
Onguard Online