Highly Sensitive Data

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• How do I secure my computer?

  The actions listed below should be taken by all computer users, even if you do not have highly sensitive data stored on your computer. If […]
• What university policy governs permission to access or store Highly Sensitive Data?

  University Policy #1114, Data Stewardship Policy states: “No one is permitted to access HSD unless the Data Owner has given written permission, either through established business […]
• What type of data might appear highly sensitive, but is not subject to the Data Stewardship policy?

  Your personal information (social security number, credit card number, or any other personal data) that you may have stored on university computers for your own […]
• When must Highly Sensitive Data be protected by encryption?

  HSD must be protected by encryption:
• What are some examples of encryption “in transport?"

  Examples of encryption “in transport:”
• What is encryption “at rest?"

  The only approved and supported method for university computers “at rest” is whole disk encryption used for personal desktop and laptop computers. Servers which have […]
• Who are “Data Owners” and what are their responsibilities?

  Data Owners are the university’s authorities on how data can be used, stored, shared, and transported (identified in Appendix B of the Data Stewardship Policy). […]
• How does someone begin the process of obtaining authorization to store Highly Sensitive Data?

  If you believe that your business need requires the storage of Highly Sensitive Data (HSD) on an office or laptop computer or removable storage device, […]
• What are the user’s responsibilities in protecting Highly Sensitive Data on the system?

  Understand the common risks to computers that could result in a data breach Keep current with system updates, antivirus software, and host-based firewalls Follow good […]
• What is Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)?

  As defined by Presidential Executive Order 13556, and 32 CFR 2002, is information that the Federal Government creates or possesses, or that an entity creates […]
• What is Highly Sensitive Data?

  Data that (1) could lead to identity theft or exposure of personal health information if exposed, or (2) has been identified by a researcher, funding […]
• What are sensitive systems?

  Information systems that process, transmit, or store any of the following categories of data:
• Who can work with Highly Sensitive Data?

  Only full-time faculty and staff are authorized to request storage and be responsible for Highly Sensitive Data (HSD). Only authorized personnel will have access to […]
• Data Classification and Storage Requirements

  The following information is to help university employees effectively manage information. Determining how to protect & handle information depends on a consideration of the information’s […]
• What university policy governs permission to access or store Highly Sensitive Data?

  University Policy #1114, Data Stewardship Policy states: “No one is permitted to access HSD unless the Data Owner has given written permission, either through established business […]
• When must Highly Sensitive Data be protected by encryption?

  HSD must be protected by encryption: