Security Tips
Bradley University IT manages many different security controls. They protect your computer while you’re on campus; some of them can’t protect your computer while you’re working from home. You’re the best defense against attackers.
- Secure your home network.
- Change default passwords on your devices. Use strong passwords.
- Don’t have open WiFi.
- Don’t open unnecessary ports on your router.
- Keep your software up to date (e.g., Windows, macOS, Google Chrome, Firefox and Zoom) on your computers. Updates fix security vulnerabilities. US-CERT and the NSA have detailed tips.
- Use the principles you learned in your security awareness training. If you need or would like a refresher, especially on Phishing or Mobile Security, visit this page.
Scammers have increased their number of phishing attacks, preying upon coronavirus fears. As such, we’re enabling aggressive spam filtering in our email platform.
Windows Home operating systems, unlike the Windows Professional operating systems purchased by Bradley, have problems mapping to a Windows File Share in our domain. They don’t have Remote Desktop built in.
The Microsoft Remote Desktop client can be downloaded for macOS computers from the Apple App Store.