IT Security at K-State
Browsing the web is more hazardous than you think. The K-State Office of Information Security and Compliance work to help all K-Staters understand the importance of using good security practices and common sense when they use their computers on the Internet.
Did you know that just by visiting a website:
- Your computer can get infected with viruses, spyware and adware, pop-up links, and more.
- Your browser settings can be changed by hidden programs.
- Your personal data can be captured and used in identity theft.
What you can do
- Read before you click on anything. If you don't understand, don't click.
- Be careful when downloading anything from the Internet. Many "free" programs have hidden attachments.
- Use a good pop-up blocker, one that also prevents pop-unders from hiding behind other windows.
- Verify a website is a reliable business. Before giving personal data, check for a secure icon (padlock) and/or "https" in the address.
- Take a look through all of the IT Security pages so that you can be sure to be secure!
Need help?
- For assistance and information on computer security issues, the first point of contact is the IT Help Desk:
785-532-7722 or helpdesk@k-state.edu. - For other issues, contact IT security staff listed on the Office of Information Security and Compliance page.