Are you protecting your identity?
Identity theft is often a crime of opportunity. Follow these tips to reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

Shared any music lately?
Are you aware of the liability you may create for yourself by using file sharing programs over Harvard University's network?

Are Your Systems Protected From Viruses?
With the outbreak of war some computer security experts are concerned about increased activities of cyber terrorism and new viruses being released. What can you do? Follow our best practices on Antivirus Management....

What is the GLBA Safeguards Rule? The Gramm Leach Bliley Act ("GLBA") Safeguards Rule is a federal law that requires businesses that provide financial products or services to ensure the security and confidentiality of their customers' personally identifiable, non-public financial information. This includes electronic and paper records.

International SOS Travel Assistance Program Harvard University has recently contracted with a company called International SOS to provide 24 hour worldwide emergency medical and evacuation assistance for Harvard's employees and students traveling on University related activities.

Credit Card Transactions Best Practices
While acceptance of credit cards can be a convenience for your customers, the processing of credit card transactions can represent a risk to the University if not done properly.

An Operations Self-Assessment (OSA) questionnaire has been developed by RMAS as a tool for local units to evaluate their internal controls through an assessment of their buisiness policies and procedures.