User – Page 4 – MIT Information Protection

Vendor-supported applications

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Use vendor supported applications and operating systems.

Automatic software updates

Apr 28, 2024

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

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.

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.

File encryption

Apr 28, 2024

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Use file level encryption when sharing files on platforms like email, Dropbox, Slack. Encryption keys must be shared via another method.

Host based firewall

Apr 28, 2024

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Enable your operating system’s firewall.

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