VIRUSES, WORMS AND TROJAN HORSES
Guard against viruses, worms and trojan horses - programs designed to maliciously change the way a computer operates. (Click here to learn the differences)
New updates to your system come out regularly to patch vulnerabilities.
What can I do about it?
- Install antivirus software for your computer. Marquette offers students, faculty and staff a free license for Microsoft Forefront antivirus software for Windows and McAfee antivirus software for Macs. software. See antivirus tips.
- Keep your system up to date.
Set up Windows to check for system updates automatically. Mac users: Use Software Update.- Check for DNSChanger Malware
DNS converts user-friendly domain names into IP addresses that are critical for accessing websites, sending email and using other Internet services. Learn more at fbi.gov
Check that your online browsing is not being interfered with in this way. http://www.dns-ok.us/
UNAUTHORIZED USE OF YOUR COMPUTER AND DEVICES
Prevent unauthorized use of your computer. Don't risk exposing your email, class registration, grades, salary/wages, sensitive data and other important information.
What can I do about it?
- Keep an eye on your computer and logout.
Do not leave your computer unattended. Guard access to your computer by keeping it in a locked room or buy a lock from CDWG to keep your computer from walking away. Always logout before leaving a lab/library computer.
- Use " strong" passwords.
Don't share your password.
- Secure and configure your mobile phones and devices including iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch for use at Marquette
- Protect information on your notebook or tablet computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), CDs, flash drives, DVDs, or cell phone from theft, loss or damage. See Safe Practices for Faculty and Staff.
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