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What is a login banner
A login banner is a statement made by the system owner that asserts their rights and informs the users of the system what expectation of privacy they should have. Login banners are a critical aspect of IT system security as they allow IT systems administrators and IT Security staff to monitor the system for intrusion and abuse.
Why do we need one
In any modern IT system log monitoring, network monitoring, and security monitoring take place at regular intervals. It is theoretically possible that, while performing their work related duties, an IT systems administrator may come across user information (such as a file stored on the system). The purpose of the login banner is to inform any user of the system that they may be monitored and that unauthorized or malicious access may be prosecuted. KU entities should use login banners on any system that supports their use.
KU's Login Banner
As a login banner is a form of legal assertion, KU's General Counsel and Information Services have authored the following login banner for use on any and all KU IT systems:
Access to electronic resources at the University of Kansas is restricted to employees,
students, or individuals authorized by the University or its affiliates. Use of this system
is subject to all policies and procedures set forth by the University located at www.policy.ku.edu.
Unauthorized use is prohibited and may result in administrative or legal action. The University
may monitor the use of this system for purposes related to security management, system
operations, and intellectual property compliance.
Questions
Questions about the use of login banners should be directed to the KU IT Security Office. If you have questions or concerns about the wording of KU's Login Banner, you may contact the office of KU's General Counsel.
Source
Jeff Perry
KU IT Security Office
http://www.security.ku.edu
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