{"id":1476,"date":"2020-03-24T13:37:09","date_gmt":"2020-03-24T03:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/extranet\/?page_id=1476"},"modified":"2022-01-25T13:52:45","modified_gmt":"2022-01-25T03:52:45","slug":"cyber-security-working-remotely","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/metronorth.health.qld.gov.au\/extranet\/working-from-home\/cyber-security-working-remotely","title":{"rendered":"Cyber security awareness"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Working virtually<\/a> > Cyber security awareness when working remotely<\/p>\n

Cyber security awareness when working remotely<\/h1>\n

\u00a0When using your personal or work device at home it is important you take cyber security measures to ensure your information is safe.\u00a0 Cyber security, privacy and information governance procedures are still applicable when working remotely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Top cyber security tips for home<\/h2>\n
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  1. Lock your device when not in use<\/strong>. Consider who may also be at home when accessing sensitive patient information. Do other members of your family have access to or share the use of your home computer?<\/li>\n
  2. Report any loss or stolen of work or personal devices<\/strong> with access to Queensland Health systems or networks (including RSA tokens) to cybersecurity@health.qld.gov.au<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  3. Store physical files in a secure place<\/strong> (e.g. within a lockable cupboard or drawer) and ensure they are disposed of appropriately.<\/li>\n
  4. Avoid downloading files to your desktop<\/strong> as these will not be available to your team or backed up to the Queensland Health network.<\/li>\n
  5. Access only legitimate websites. <\/strong>Ensure you only access links from credible sources.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Learn more cyber security tips on how to work remotely<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Passwords and passcodes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    It is important to create strong passwords for your work and personal devices such as laptop, tablets and smartphones that you use to access Queensland Health networks, systems or information. Here are some tips to create strong passwords to keep your devices and information secure:<\/p>\n