What to do when you have found, or been told, that your device or account contains malware
No matter you are a new student or a new staff, here are some basic advice for you to help you stay secure at the University of Edinburgh.
To reduce the risk of losing information, make sure that it is backed up on a regular basis.
Encryption is easy to use, and provides strong protection for University information.
Configure your devices to lock using passwords or PINs automatically, or when you put them to sleep.
Take care what you click on. Phishing is the most common kind of attack.
Keep software up to date and configure your security.
Anti-virus software protects your computer from software viruses, and prevents you from accidentally passing them to people you work with.
Basic advice for securing smartphones and tablet devices.
The risks of using social media, and the care you need to take, to protect.