Security

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Security in the Cloud

Security remains to be one of the largest concerns when considering a move of a system or application to the Internet, or the "cloud."

09/08/2011
IT in the Cloud: Understanding the Risks

In cloud computing, you're entrusting your data and the proper operation of things to something or someone you don't know and probably have little access to.

09/08/2011
Risk assessment in a nutshell

A checklist to to help with risk assessments and to guage the disaster recovery needs of your organisation.

27/04/2011
The GPCG Computer Security Self-Assessment Guideline and Checklist for General Practitioners

This is a useful guide to data security and, while it has a focus on general medical practice, much of the information is relevant to small to medium community service organisations.  It was produced by the Department of General Practice, Monash University.

20/04/2011
Clear screen policy

A clear screen policy directs all your organisation’s employees to lock their computers when leaving their desk and to log off when leaving for an extended period of time.

12/04/2011
Working Safely Online Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere

Being able to work from anywhere presents great opportunities. However it’s important to keep security in mind when working away from the office. Here we look at the potential security risks and how to reduce them.

12/04/2011
Giving Your Service Users Access To Your Computers

If you have service users (including clients and trainees) who are entitled to use computing and other facilities in your offices, it is essential that you consider how secure your systems are. This article describes the precautions that can be taken to make sure your IT systems are used and not abused.

08/04/2011
Don’t Lose That (USB) Stick

USB sticks are widely used but can present risks to your organisation. This ICT Champion briefing looks at the risks and how to avoid them.

08/04/2011
Internet Use Policy

Here are the main issues about internet use by staff.

07/04/2011
Online security

A background to ensuring the online security of your organisation.

31/03/2011
Inside Network Security Assessment: Guarding Your IT Infrastructure

A collection of utilities and templates that will take you through the network security assessment process.

31/03/2011
Facebook security best practices

How to protect your privacy and identity on Facebook.

31/03/2011
Fraud in NFPs

 A survey of fraud in not-for-profit organisations by BDO Australia.

30/03/2011
Advice By Email - Security Issues

Answers to questions about the confidentiality of email.

30/03/2011
Endpoint privacy security presentation

A powerpoint presentation from SANS outlining good security practices for web browsers.

30/03/2011
Social Engineering Policy

A sample policy addressing social engineering issues.

30/03/2011
What Should Third Sector Organisations Be Thinking About With Regard To Cloud?

The second of two discussions on cloud computing.

29/03/2011
Virtual private network (VPN) policy

A sample remote access policy covering virtual private network (VPN) access to an organisation's internal network.

29/03/2011
Server Security Policy

A sample policy covering access and security issues in the use of servers.

29/03/2011
Server malware protection policy

A sample policy covering the aspects of server virus and malware protection.

29/03/2011
Sample workstation security policy

A sample document providing key elements to include in a workstation security policy. 

29/03/2011
Removable media policy

A sample policy addressing virus and security issues with removeable media.

29/03/2011
Remote access policy

A sample remote access policy.

29/03/2011
Password policy

A sample password policy covering password complexity, security and management.

29/03/2011
Non Disclosure Agreement

A sample non-disclosure agreement, licensed under creative commons.

29/03/2011
A sample anti-virus policy for computer laboratories

A sample anti-virus policy for computer laboratory setups in organisations running group training, students or client computers.

29/03/2011
Internet DMZ equipment policy

A sample policy for euipment housed outside the organisation firewall and for organisations using data centres.

29/03/2011
Information sensitivity policy

A sample policy providing a framework for classifying and handling sensitive information.

29/03/2011
Employee internet use monitoring and filtering policy

A sample policy conveying a position on monitoring and filtering.

29/03/2011
Bluetooth device policy

A sample policy covering technical aspects of bluetooth connectivity.

29/03/2011
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