UBC Okanagan Network Security Upgrade
UBC Okanagan Network Security Upgrade
On Friday, March 23, 2018, we will be implementing network security upgrades at UBC’s Okanagan campus for university-based networks (wired connections and ubcsecure wireless). This upgrade will add a layer of protection to prevent unintentional visits to known high-risk websites through the internet.
After the upgrade, if you’re on a UBC network and accidentally click on a link to a high-risk website, your browser will redirect you to a block page. For example, if you receive a phishing email with a link to a fraudulent website and accidentally click on it, you will see the block page.
Please note: This process is automatic and the university is not acting as a censor. This service will not track individual user website activity.
For more information, including a Frequently Asked Questions, please visit the UBC Cybersecurity Confidential Communications website. (CWL username/password required)