Tips for cyber security
Keeping security in mind…
…with our finger on the ”PULS” of information. Our owl PULSARIA keeps a watchful eye on its surroundings in the dark and defiantly guards its territory of information security. Phishing: stay alert Updates: install regularly Lock your computer: whenever you leave your device unattended Strong passwords: no exceptions
And if you suspect that you have become the victim of an attack? -> What to do in the event of a cyber incident
Test your knowledge on information security
How much do you know about information security? Test your knowledge, and feel free to encourage other members of FAU to do so too. The more people engage with the topic, the more secure our FAU will become.
Test your knowledgeSlides for the start of the lecture period
Our slides on the basics of information security can provide a simple introduction to the topic of awareness of information security at the start of the lecture period, available either as a PDF or Power Point.
IT tips from the CIO’s office
Information relating specifically to FAU is available under “IT tips from the CIO’s office”.
Digital self-defense
Der Kontext and t3n.de offer a digital roadmap on the topic “online security”. The tips and tricks for protecting your data focus on politics, society and the economy.
Basic course in IT security
On BAYLERN, you can learn the basics of IT security in order to be equipped as a “human firewall” for any attacks. The course teaches you everything you need to know about email, phishing, passwords, your own workstation – both in the office and on the move, as well as how to use AI safely. The video lasts 45 minutes, but can be paused at any time, since your progress is recorded. Participants receive a certificate at the end of the basic course.
ESCAPE – the cybercrime information security podcast
In its podcast “ESCAPE”, the University of Mannheim focuses on information security by narrating exciting stories from the area of cybercrime.
Darknet Diaries
Based on the slogan, “True stories form the dark side of the Internet”, the podcast Darknet Diaries reports on security incidents that shook the world.
“Update verfügbar”
In its podcast “Update verfügbar”, the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) discusses current events and practical tips for everyday digital life.
Security tips
The University of Mannheim gives helpful tips all about IT security. Their guide shows you how to recognize dangers and protect yourself against them.
BSI – Everyday guidance
A number of practical and useful tips for IT security for consumers and step by step instructions and checklists for emergencies
DiF – Digitalführerschein (Digital skills course)
Deutschland sicher im Netz (DsiN) offers a course leading to certification of skills in the digital world.
SecAware.nrw
The competence center SecAware.nrw offers a comprehensive range of self-study materials on cyber and information security for universities. It has been designed for universities in North Rhine-Westphalia, but is highly relevant for other locations as well.
Our PULS (Phishing, Updates, Lock your computer, Strong passwords) posters can be used as a reminder to keep basic security precautions in mind during day-to-day activities. Please feel free to get in touch if you need a printed or PDF version of the posters.
