Overview
The St. Lawrence University Incident Response Plan is a strategic framework designed to ensure a swift, coordinated, and effective response to information security incidents that may threaten the university’s data, systems, or operations.
By emphasizing preparedness, accountability, and continuous improvement, the plan supports the university’s commitment to safeguarding institutional assets, maintaining regulatory compliance, and minimizing the impact of security threats on the academic and operational mission.
Through regular training and collaboration across departments, the university fosters a resilient security culture that is equipped to address emerging risks and restore normal operations with minimal disruption.
What is an Incident?
A cybersecurity incident is an event that poses a threat to the confidentiality, integrity or availability of information systems and data that St. Lawrence University system processes, stores or transmits. Incidents may also violate information security policies, procedures or other university policies.
What and How to Report a Suspected Incident?
Cybersecurity incidents that should be reported include:
- Unauthorized access to university systems
- Suspected phishing attempts
- Malware infections
- Loss or theft of devices containing sensitive data, and,
- Any activity that may compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information assets.
Prompt reporting helps ensure timely investigation and mitigation, protecting both individual and University interests!
Contact:
Phone:(315) 229-5770
Email: Helpdesk@stlawu.edu