Because of their small size and high value, laptop computers make attractive targets for thieves. A recent survey from the Computer Security Institute showed that laptop theft ranked third on a list of high-tech criminal activities. There are two main areas of concern for those using laptops: (1) avoiding the loss or theft of a laptop and (2) protecting sensitive data in the case of a theft.

• Confidential data may be exposed to unauthorised users.

There are 2 Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.

• The laptop is lent to family or friends for personal use exposing the programs and data to possible misuse and / or altered configuration and settings.

There is 1 Key Action providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.

• A laptop in your custody may be stolen or misused.

There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.

• Where laptops on loan have files which have been inappropriately locked using password protection, frustration and resource wastage occurs in trying to access the data.

There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.

• Lack of policy regarding purchase or use of laptops may result in indiscriminate use of laptops and data.

There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.

• Where laptops are issued, but not signed for, it may result in difficulty in tracing items and ensuring their return when needed.

There are 2 Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.