Common use of Malware Prevention Clause in Contracts

Malware Prevention. 9.1. The school understands that malware can be damaging for network security and may enter the network through a variety of means, such as email attachments, social media, malicious websites or removable media controls. 9.2. The ICT technician will ensure that all school devices have secure malware protection, including regular malware scans. 9.3. The ICT technician will update malware protection on a termly basis to ensure they are up-to-date and can react to changing threats. 9.4. Malware protection will also be updated in the event of any attacks to the school’s hardware and software. 9.5. Filtering of websites, as detailed in section 6 of this policy, will ensure that access to websites with known malware is blocked immediately and reported to the ICT technician. 9.6. The school will use mail security technology, which will detect and block any malware that is transmitted by email. This will also detect any spam or other messages which are designed to exploit users. 9.7. The ICT technician will review the mail security technology on a termly basis to ensure it is kept up-to-date and is effective.