Several news agencies have reported on a serious, recently-discovered vulnerability affecting many websites on the Internet called ‘Heartbleed’.
The vulnerability affects how some websites handle encryption between computers and servers (https connections), allowing attackers to steal private information from the server, potentially including usernames
and passwords.
Rice IT Staff are working to identify and remedy affected servers. At this time none of our critical servers are affected. We have also taken other steps to protect potentially vulnerable hosts at our network border.
Although we do not currently have any indication that any Rice information has been compromised through this vulnerability, it has existed for about two years without being discovered. The IT Security Office recommends that you are cautious when using non-Rice sites used to access sensitive personal information. Questions about their status should be directed to them.
If you have any questions please contact the Help Desk: 713.348.4357 or helpdesk@.