Security

Passwords

What makes a good password?
For information on choosing a good password, see ITS’s security guidelines on “What makes a Good Password?”

How do I change my password?
Your password is used like a PIN number to control access to Monash-linked computer systems. You should change your password regularly, at least once a month. To change your password, you can go to the MDS End user management tool .

Viruses

How to avoid viruses
Do NOT open or view any attachment or file in email that you are not expecting.

Even if you know the person sending you a file, it does not mean that the file is safe. Newer email viruses can make it look as if your friends/colleagues are sending you the file. In short, whenever you receive a file by email, CHECK with the sender directly that the file is legitimate and if it is not, contact your the Faculty IT Support group . Following this rule will keep you safe from the majority of viruses going around the internet. For more information on viruses, see the ITS virus information page.

Antivirus Software

Monash uses Sophos Sweep Anti-virus software. Ensuring you have the latest copy of the University anti-virus software on the workstations that you use. Most workstations should be setup with automatic updates of the anti-virus software. We advise you contact your the Faculty IT Support group to install your anti-virus software if it is not installed on your machine.

Sophos Anti-Virus software is provided free by the university for use at home by university staff members and students, more information can be found on the Sophos Anti virus software page.