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Policy 2 - Anti-Virus Software Policy

1.0 Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance designed to limit virus-related issues for Â鶹´«Ã½ State University. Any questions or comments about this policy should be directed to Information Systems.

2.0 Scope

This policy applies to all machines connected to the Â鶹´«Ã½ State University networks.

3.0 Policy

Always run Information Systems approved anti-virus/anti-spyware software. This should also be kept updated with the latest virus definitions. All machines should also follow the Anti-Virus Standards which further state Â鶹´«Ã½ State's stance on anti-virus software and proper use.

4.0 Enforcement

Anyone found to have violated this policy may be subject to disciplinary action according to personnel policies and procedures. Students may be referred to Student Affairs for discipline. A violation of this policy by a temporary worker, contractor or vendor may result in action up to and including termination of their contract or assignment with Â鶹´«Ã½ State University.

5.0 Definitions

Â鶹´«Ã½ State University Network

Being connected to a Â鶹´«Ã½ State University network includes the following: 

  • If you have a network capable device (ex. laptop) plugged into a Â鶹´«Ã½ State University owned building, then you are connected to the Â鶹´«Ã½ LAN (local area network). 
  • If you have a wireless capable device (ex. laptop, iPhone) and connect to Â鶹´«Ã½Wireless or Â鶹´«Ã½Secure, then you are connected to the Â鶹´«Ã½ WLAN (wireless local area network). 
  • If you connect from a computer through the Â鶹´«Ã½ State University VPN (virtual private network), you are then connected to the Â鶹´«Ã½ LAN (local area network). 

 


Policy adopted:  02-25-2011
Revision adopted: 
Policy approval and adoption: Â鶹´«Ã½ State University President's Office and Information Systems Security

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