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This article explains how you use social networking sites more safely. You should use this to reduce security, privacy and personal safety risks when sharing information online.

Learn about UL2FCTR/Duo, UofL's two-factor authentication system. Get information on what UL2FCTR is, who needs to sign up for UL2FCTR/Duo, what university systems/applications use it, and how to sign up for it.

UL2FCTR/Duo supports multiple types of authentication methods, each with unique security features. Learn about each authentication method, from the most secure to the least secure.

The GlobalProtect VPN allows a user from a remote location, public network or Internet service, to securely connect to protected University resources that are not accessible off-campus, e.g., file servers, print servers, SQL servers, remote logins to computers. Using the VPN ensures that University resources are accessed in a secure manner.

Firewall security modifications allow departments to request changes to existing firewall rules for enhanced protection or to meet new business requirements. All changes are reviewed to maintain campus-wide security.

UofL protects its network using firewalls to block unauthorized access and secure university systems. Firewalls are managed by ITS Enterprise Security to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability for campus resources.

UofL blocks access to certain web pages to protect the university network and comply with security policies. If you encounter a “Web Page Blocked Per University Policy” message, it means the site is restricted due to security, compliance or risk concerns.

Sensitive data includes information regulated by laws such as HIPAA, FERPA, PCI, GLBA and university policies. Protecting sensitive data is essential for compliance, privacy and safeguarding university resources. ITS Enterprise Security provides guidance and tools to help you manage and secure sensitive information.

Encryption is a critical security control at UofL, protecting the confidentiality and integrity of university data in transit and at rest. ITS Enterprise Security monitors and enforces encryption standards for devices, applications and network communications to safeguard sensitive information and comply with regulatory requirements.

Incident investigation is the process of analyzing security incidents to determine cause, impact and remediation steps. The ITS Enterprise Security team leads investigations to protect university resources and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Security incident response is the process of identifying, containing and remediating adverse or malicious events affecting UofL systems, data or networks. The ITS Enterprise Security team coordinates incident response to protect university resources and minimize impact.

Security awareness training helps UofL faculty, staff and students recognize cyber threats, follow university policies and protect university data. The ITS Enterprise Security team offers training sessions, phishing simulations and online resources to build a culture of security.

Virus protection is essential for safeguarding university devices and data against malware, ransomware and other threats. UofL’s ITS Enterprise Security team provides guidance and tools to help you prevent, detect and respond to viruses on campus systems.

Malware is any software designed to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to computer systems. UofL’s ITS Enterprise Security team monitors for malware threats, provides guidance on prevention, and responds to incidents to protect university data and systems.

Junk or spam emails are unsolicited messages that clutter your inbox and may contain unwanted advertisements or irrelevant content. Reporting junk emails helps UofL ITS improve spam filtering and protect the university’s email system.