What is Information Security?

The protection of information and information systems from unauthorised access, use, or disruption.

It is important for employees and all stakeholders to understand information security policies and guidelines.  It is also necessary to have good work practices that comply with security policies so that the effects of possible breaches can be minimised.

Why is it important to keep the University network secure?

• Data theft: Hackers accessing student or employee personal or confidential details;

• Data loss: Unauthorised entities manipulating or deleting important data;

• Law suits against the University;

• Loss of Reputation; and
  

• Financial loss including recovery expenses.