Case Study 2: Phishing Awareness and Security
Oct. 8, 2015—This is the second of a series of case studies to be released during October for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Vanderbilt IT will publish new case studies Mondays and Thursdays throughout the month. The healthcare industry has become a large target for phishing because of the amount of accessible data. In April 2015, Seton Healthcare...
Case Study 1: Android Mobile Device Security
Oct. 5, 2015—This is the first of a series of case studies to be released during October for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Vanderbilt IT will publish new case studies Mondays and Thursdays throughout the month. In July 2015, a serious security flaw in Google’s Android operating system called Stagefright was disclosed, potentially affecting 95 percent, or 950...
Sprint to consolidate technologies to one network; degraded voice and data services expected
May. 19, 2015—Vanderbilt IT would like to bring the following scheduled maintenance to the community’s attention. Between 1 and 5 a.m. on Thursday, May 21, Sprint will begin the process of consolidating multiple network technologies into one new, seamless network. This 3G and LTE network will increase efficiency and enhance network coverage, call quality, and data speeds...
Update on website service outage
Feb. 26, 2015—Certain Vanderbilt University departmental websites and Web services have been experiencing an outage since Feb. 24. System administrators have been working toward resolving this issue. Some websites have been restored to normal operations, and Vanderbilt IT is working with Web administrators and departments to restore the remaining sites. If you require immediate assistance, please contact...
Wireless problems reported when using Mac OS X Yosemite
Oct. 24, 2014—Vanderbilt IT strongly recommends that Mac users delay updating their systems to the latest OS X Yosemite. Users who have updated are reporting wireless connection issues and significant Bluetooth lag. Affected users have posted comments about these connectivity problems to an active Apple Support Communities forum thread. There is currently no known fix for these issues. VUIT will...
Wireless interference: What this means for students
Oct. 20, 2014—Wireless interference degrades and/or inhibits the use of the Vanderbilt wireless network. This interference is caused by competing devices, such as routers, cell phones and wireless printers, transmitting bits of data through the air by way of their own wireless communication signals. Effects of Interference A decrease in the wireless range between devices A...
The student’s guide to Vanderbilt’s wireless networks
Oct. 8, 2014—The following definitions and answers to frequently asked questions will address concerns related to the wireless network. Should you have difficulties or questions after reviewing this information, please call the Vanderbilt IT Help Desk at 343-HELP or visit a Tech Hub location. Glossary of terms: vuNet – a secure network for laptops, desktops, mobile phones,...
MacAuthority Offering Macs and iPads At Lowest Price Ever With Vanderbilt Discount + Bonus Savings
May. 8, 2014—MacAuthority is offering exclusive offers for Vanderbilt Faculty, staff, and students now through June 7, 2014. (Departmental purchases are not eligible.) Among the specials: Buy a new Mac or iPad at Education Pricing and receive an additional $20 off!* First 75 customers to purchase a new Mac will receive a limited edition Apple swag bag....
UMDP is now VMDP
Apr. 7, 2014—The University Managed Desktop Program in VUIT has changed its name to Vanderbilt Managed Desktop Program to reflect its support for the institution. Only the name has changed. The team is the same and remains committed to providing excellent service. Please continue to access service in these ways: Phone: 343-3362 or 875-6422 Online ticket submission...
Change to VUMC VPN Tunnels
Mar. 14, 2014—On Saturday, March 23, 2014, beginning at 9:00 PM Vanderbilt University Information Technology (VUIT) will move the Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) in the network infrastructure. This change will cause an outage to services that cross the VU to VUMC network, such as email, from 12:00 to 12:15 AM. This will not affect the majority of...