Network scans were noted as helping hackers identify site vulnerabilities and signal the possible prelude to an attack. While network scans are not illegal, the practice is strongly discouraged due to the potential for misuse. It was noted that ECU's network was being scanned every day. Enforcement techniques rely upon the use of tools to lock down our network or computing systems before they are attacked and to close vulnerability holes in those systems. ITCS also has access to special software, which can be used to follow-up after an attack to determine if evidence against the perpetrator can be collected.
Current concerns involve ECU students using scanning techniques to scan other network sites.
A draft of policy will be presented at the next meeting IRCC and ISSC committee meetings. The email vote on the web disclaimer policy was ratified.