Physical security should be designed to prevent unauthorized access to University assets and accounting records. Examples of physical security mechanisms include a safe, vault, locked doors/desk drawers, Campus Police guards, computer passwords, and card key systems.
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- Private information might be disclosed to unauthorized individuals.
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- Assets might be used for fraudulent purposes.
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- Offices should be properly secured from unauthorized access by employees or visitors.
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- Cash and checks should be properly secured and safeguarded within the department.
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- Servers and desktop computers should be properly protected.
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