Information Security Services

Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. The WVU Information Security Services supports Stop.Think.Connect. as one part of our multi-faceted security awareness program for WVU staff and students. Stop. Think. Connect. is sponsored by the US Department of Homeland Security.

Read more about this national effort.

See cyber security tips from the Department of Homeland Security.

Are Mobile Apps Stealing Your Info?

A Computerworld article notes that 18 companies have been sued for "distributing privacy-invading mobile applications." Facebook, Apple, Twitter, Yelp, and Path are among the defendants. Are YOUR apps stealing your data?

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Widespread Virus Proves Macs Are No Longer Safe From Hackers

Only Windows PC's are subject to malware and viruses. Macs don't get viruses, right? WRONG! There is nothing about Apple's operating system that makes it immune to malware. During the first week of April, over 600,000 Macs were infected with a new Trojan called "Flashback." WVU provides free anti-virus protection to all WVU users, including Macs. Download free Symantec EndPoint from the following link.

DEFEND YOUR DATA!

Learn more about this Mac virus