Digital Research Alliance of Canada: Basic Risk Assessment for Researchers + Data Classification

October 8, 2024, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

In today’s digital age, protecting research information is more crucial than ever. This workshop is designed to empower researchers with the knowledge they need to better assess information security risk, and ensure their valuable information is adequately protected. Join us for an engaging and interactive session where you’ll learn to: Classify Your Data: - Understand how to categorize your information based on its sensitivity and risk level. - Identify Potential Risk, threats and vulnerabilities: Discover what are common threats, risk and vulnerabilities within your research environment. - Implement Protective Measures: Learn about security controls and best practices to shield your research from malicious actors and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.

Presenters: Luc Letarte and Jessica Galo (University of British Columbia)

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