If your computer is lost or stolen
If your computer is lost or stolen, a few things need to be addressed:
- We need to determine if the computer held any confidential or sensitive information.
- In the case of a stolen system, we need to get the right authorities working on the case.
- It would be nice if we could get the computer back.
To address these issues, the University has developed a comprehensive data breach response plan that describes the responsibilities of all of the individuals and departments affected by the potential breach. Click here to download a copy of the plan.
In such cases, anyone who has lost a computer or has had it stolen, should:
- Contact the OIT Help Desk at (609) 258-HELP immediately so that we can assign the appropriate individuals to address any confidentiality issues that may arise from the loss or theft.
- If the computer was stolen and the theft occurred on-campus,contact Public Safety at (609) 258-1000.
- If the computer was stolen and the theft occurred off-campus, contact the appropriate law enforcement agency.
