Information security incidents have the potential to affect the confidentiality, availability and/or integrity of the computer equipment or data at WashU.

According to CERT, a security incident can have the following definitions:

  • Violation of an explicit or implied security policy
  • Attempts to gain unauthorized access
  • Unwanted denial of resources
  • Unauthorized use of electronic resources
  • Modification without the owner’s knowledge, instruction, or consent.
  • Theft or displaced University IT property or data
  • Malicious code

Immediately contact Information Security Office at 314-747-2955 if you suspect a security incident has occurred.

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