Cybersecurity is the protection of computer systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks that cause theft and damage to a target of users. As technology becomes more of a norm in our daily lives, cybersecurity is necessary and becomes more of a challenge because of the number of technology devices. Learn more about effective cybersecurity below and the steps Regional School District 8 takes to keep our computer systems, network, and programs secure.
Phishing - A fraudulent email designed as a realistic email that can steal sensitive information.
Malware - Software that gains access to a computer system and causes damage to it.
Ransomware - Software that locks your computer system and demands payment to unlock the files.
Social Engineering - Advertisements that trick you into handing over sensitive information.
Firewall - A device that scans ingoing and outgoing traffic and blocks potential malicious content based on a set of rules.
Content Filter - Hardware device that restricts or controls access to webpages, emails, etc. based on a set of defined rules.
Cloud Content Filter - Software that is installed on school owned devices that restricts or controls access to webpages, emails, etc. based on a set of defined rules.
Other Network Security - We have a variety of other network security protocols designed to protect our network.