University of Utah Cyber Security Initiative

Cyber Security Tools

The University of Utah Information Security Office (ISO) utilizes a series of cyber security tools to maintain the stability and security of the University's computing environment. This initiative includes thest tools to secure and protect the University computing environment  from malicious actors, both internal and external, to the University's mission.

 

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Defender is an anti-virus and anti-malware software. It monitors for malware, spyware, ransomware, and other malicious software used to take control or infect your computer with more malicious software.

 

ForcePoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

ForcePoint DLP monitors for certain Restricted, Sensitive, or Public data and ensures those files are stored in appropriate locations. This prevents certain data types from being compromised in the event of a security breach. The University offers approved platforms for storing certain data types to prevent that data from being compromised or leaked to the outside world.

 

BeyondTrust Endpoint Protection Manager (EPM)

BeyondTrust EPM manages user credentials and permissions to monitor administrative tasks being perfomed on the comptuer. These actions are recorded and sent to ISO for auditing.

 

Tanium

Tanium performs endpoint threat detection and response. When computers begin to perform maliciously or outside of normal operation as a result of a malicous actor, Tanium can alert a Response Team to mitigate the risk before a full security breach is reached.