Information Security
Q: What is CIRT?
A: CIRT stands for Computer Incident Response Team.
Q: What is the purpose of CIRT?
A: System intruders, computer viruses, and malicious users can potentially exploit vulnerabilities and breach the information security of an organization. These incidents require a skilled and rapid response to prevent significant damage. In consideration of this, UNC IT has established the CIRT to manage incidents, minimize the damage and exposure, and bring the systems under control. Q: What is an Incident?
A: An incident is defined as: any event that has, or could have, resulted in loss or damage to UNC’s information and information systems. It is any adverse event whereby some aspect of information security could be threatened. The following are considered incidents:
- Loss of confidentiality
- Destruction of data
- Loss of system integrity, system degradation or denial of service
- Loss of data integrity
- Unauthorized use of resources
- Any other actual or attempted penetration of system security
Q: Who reports an incident?
A: A primary means of incident identification will come from the UNC IT staff. However, anyone can be witness to an incident or identify that an incident has occurred. Any member of the UNC Faculty, Staff, or Student Body could identify an incident. Viruses, intrusion and theft will be the majority of incidents reported.
Q: How do I report an incident?
A: Call the Technical Support Center (TSC); they will function as the initial contact point for users to communicate threats.
TSC Phone Number: (970) 351-4357(HELP)
Q: Can I report an incident confidentially?
A: Yes, To make a confidential report visit MySafeCampus at http://www.unco.edu/mysafecampus/
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Main Office (970) 351-2341 |
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TSC [Help] (970) 351-4357 |