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AC-8 System Use Notification

Description​

Before granting access to Texas A&M University information systems, users receive notification at login acknowledging the usage conditions defined by the University.

Applicability​

  • This Control applies to all Texas A&M University information resources.
  • The intended audience for this Control includes all information resource owners, custodians, and users of information resources.

Implementation​

  • 1The IT system shall display an acceptable use notification message or banner before login to the information system.

  • 2The login notification shall address the following items:

    • 2.1Unauthorized use is prohibited;

    • 2.2Usage may be subject to security testing and monitoring;

    • 2.3Misuse may be subject to criminal prosecution;

    • 2.4Users have no expectation of privacy except as otherwise provided by applicable privacy laws; and

    • 2.5A reference to University Standard Administrative Procedure 29.01.03.M0.02, Acceptable Use.

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      Login notification may use a variety of text as long as the elements of Section 2 are clearly stated. Technology Services uses the following text:

      • This computer system and the data herein are available only for authorized purposes by authorized users. Use for any other purpose is prohibited and may result in disciplinary actions or criminal prosecution against the user. Usage may be subject to security testing and monitoring. There is no expectation of privacy on this system except as otherwise provided by applicable privacy laws. Refer to University SAP 29.01.03.M0.02 Acceptable Use for more information.
      Related Resource

      See University SAP 29.01.03.M0.02