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Bee in the Know: Fall cybersecurity headlines

Bee in the Know: Yale campus with fall foliage and pumpkins

We’ve got a fresh lineup of updates and resources to share this season. Yale’s data loss prevention (DLP) software is being upgraded to better protect sensitive information. New AI tools and resources are available to help make your work easier. And if you missed our live AI panel discussion find out where to watch the recorded session anytime.

Cybersecurity is always changing, but staying in the know makes it easier to protect Yale and yourself.

 

Yale is Transitioning to Microsoft Purview for Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Starting September 2, Yale will move from Forcepoint to Microsoft Purview for Data Loss Prevention (DLP).

This change will help improve protections for sensitive HIPAA data. Those impacted in Yale’s covered entity will be moved in phases throughout the Fall. To find out more, read the full article Yale University is Transitioning to Microsoft Purview for Data Loss Prevention (DLP).

Comparing AI Copilots

In the AI landscape, there are a growing number of ‘Copilot’ products like Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot and Copilot Chat to name a few. Each have different functionality, data classification levels, and costs. Not sure where to start? Check out the following quick reference chart!

 

Tool
Description
Cost
Data Classification
Copilot ChatAI chatbotFreeModerate Risk in Web tab

High Risk in Work tab
Power BI CopilotAI feature integrated into Power BIIncluded in Fabric Power BI premium licenseHigh Risk
Microsoft 365 CopilotAI assistance integrated into Microsoft 365 apps$30 monthly per userHigh Risk
Microsoft 365 Copilot StudioAgent creation platform$30 monthly per userHigh Risk with some exceptions such as ePHI
GitHub CopilotCoding assistant$19 monthlyModerate Risk

 

Interested in other Yale provided tools? Visit Yale's AI Tools and Resources page for a comprehensive list.

On-Demand Panel Discussion: How to use AI the smart (and secure) way!

Yale’s Information Security Office recently hosted a campaign all about using AI safely. If you missed the live panel discussion, now’s your chance to watch the full recording.

The session covers how to match your data with the right AI tools, where sensitive information should (and shouldn’t) go, and includes a fun lightning talk on data classification. Don’t miss these practical tips for using AI securely.

Exciting Updates from Yale's Cybersecurity Awareness Program!

Yale's Cybersecurity Awareness Program has some great things in store this fall! Celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October with fun activities and chances to win exclusive swag. We're also launching a video series bringing you bite-sized and easy-to-digest cybersecurity tips. Plus, we're building connections and our cybersecurity knowledge with a dedicated Teams channel.

Sign up for alerts and be the among the first to know about upcoming chances to build your cyber muscles!