Why are application and website security important?  Hackers must first find weaknesses (vulnerabilities) within a system or application in order to gain control of computers and other network systems. These weaknesses can be the result of many different causes, such as not keeping systems and applications up to date or the use of insecure development and coding practices. In either case, these weaknesses could allow hackers to gain unauthorized access to UCSF systems and data. 

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Description SSL (secure socket layer protocol), currently using TLS 1.2 or greater encryption, is used to secure transmissions between servers and clients. Example: Visiting a https address from Google Chrome or Safari. SSL / TLS certificates allow clients to verify a server's authenticity against known Certificate Authorities before establishing an encrypted connection. This helps determine if the server is who they say they are.

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Overview UCSF's wireless service provides an alternative to traditional wired connectivity. Supporting most wireless devices using 802.11a/b/g/n, it is the recommended method of network access at most locations, and it is widely available in clinical, research and administrative buildings. Guest access is also provided for visitors and non-UCSF business communications. 

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Service InformationInformation Technology's electronic mailing lists (listservs) for the UCSF community to support and promote the mission of the University: teaching, research, patient care, and community service.Listserv owners must be UCSF faculty, staff, or students. Students need to have a faculty or staff sponsor to request a listserv.PHI or other protected data is not allowed on the listservs. Targeted information to get started with the UCSF listserv:

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• Email & Collaboration