Security FAQs
Why should I be interested in IT Security?
Good IT security is everyone's job. Creighton alone cannot adequately protect your personal information, privacy, or that of others without your help. There are a few simple steps that you can do to help Creighton maintain strong security.
How secure is Creighton's network?
Right now we have many security measures implemented. We have firewalls installed to block malicious and insecure traffic from the outside, logging, intrusion detection, and many other security systems. Nevertheless, the network is only as secure as the users make it. Read on to learn how you can help maintain Creighton's network security.
Why must I use a password?
Passwords are a critical information security component. Passwords are used to authenticate, or validate, that the person using the your Logon-ID is really you. However, passwords are also one of the most common targets of people trying to access information without authorization.
I have nothing to hide, do I still need a password?
►Passwords are the first line of defense
►In some cases they may be our only line of defense
►Passwords prevent hackers from corrupting your files
►Passwords prevent hackers from sending embarrassing or offensive emails as you
►Passwords prevent hackers from compromising other systems
►Passwords prevent hackers from consuming Creighton resources
►Passwords prevent hackers from using Creighton to attack others
So the argument, "I don't need a good password, I don't have anything in my account, anyway" doesn't work.