Risk Level: High Risk

Automatic software updates

Apr 28, 2024

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Configure automatic download and application of software and operating system updates.
Patch notification

Apr 28, 2024

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Stay informed of available patches for your operating system and applications.
Vulnerability scans

Apr 28, 2024

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Perform regular network vulnerability scans. Contact your departmental IT administrator or security@mit.edu for assistance.
Install malware protection

Apr 28, 2024

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Install malware protection applications, if available for the platform.
Perform regular backups

Apr 28, 2024

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Set up and perform regular backups.
Encrypt portable devices

Apr 28, 2024

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Enable whole disk encryption on portable devices.
Encrypted backups

Apr 28, 2024

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Backup solution encrypts information in transit and at rest.
Encryption in transit

Apr 28, 2024

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Information at this level is transmitted over an encrypted connection.
Encrypt portable media

Apr 28, 2024

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Enable whole disk encryption on portable media.
Remote wipe

Apr 28, 2024

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Enable the use of remote wipe and geographic location software on portable devices.