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Wayport® Security Information And Liability Disclaimer
Wayport provides public access to the internet. You acknowledge that McDonald?Create's is not the provider of such service. There are potentially serious security issues with any computer connected to the internet without the appropriate protection. This can be true of any connections made through, including but not limited to, a wireless network, a cable modem, dial-up access or otherwise. These security issues range from viruses, worms and other programs that can damage a user's computer to attacks on the computer by unauthorized or unwanted third parties. Third parties, known commonly as "unethical hackers" or "crackers" may attempt to penetrate the user's computer and download information from the user's computer or otherwise exploit or damage the user's computer or other computer systems. If the user has unprotected files on the computer, these files may be visible to third parties on the Internet or Local Area Network (LAN), potentially including parties with criminal intent. Third parties may also exploit vulnerabilities in operating systems to cause malicious damage to a user's computer or even a whole company's network, up to and including the destruction, corruption, or deletion of files or the re-formatting of drives. It is recommended that the user uses either a personal firewall or one or more Virtual Private Network (VPN) systems to protect this information. Wayport advises the user that he or she should consult a security expert to determine whether there are any potential security risks in their computer's configuration. WAYPORT & McDONALD?Create'S SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED THIRD-PARTY SECURITY BREACHES OR THE RESULTS THEREOF. WAYPORT PROVIDES ACCESS TO THE INTERNET AND THE WAYPORT NETWORK ON AN "AS IS" BASIS WITH ALL RISKS INHERENT IN SUCH ACCESS. BY CONNECTING TO THE WAYPORT NETWORK, THE USER ACKNOWLEDGES THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE INTERNET OR TO THE LAN AND HEREBY RELEASES AND INDEMNIFIES WAYPORT & McDONALD?Create'S FROM ANY DAMAGES THAT MIGHT OCCUR. For your information, we have set forth some common security problems. Please note that this list is not intended to be exclusive, and new security risks may be continually developed or discovered. Here are some common risks: Packet sniffing: In certain configurations, every packet of information on the internet can be intercepted or "sniffed" by a third party. In the case of a wired network connection at a Wayport facility, the packets are on a switched network, provided that the user is using only equipment or network receptacles provided by Wayport. This prevents packet sniffing on the Wayport network. However, in a wireless connection using IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, or IEEE 802.11g wireless (commonly known as Wi-Fi), packets can be "sniffed" by someone on the wireless network with the appropriate software. This allows the third party to obtain every piece of information that the user sends across the network. There are two precautions that you can use to protect your information. 1) Do not send any sensitive information including passwords, credit card or other sensitive information using a wireless connection. 2) Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) with strong encryption. VPNs encrypt all of the information sent by the user to the termination point of the VPN, so the information is, by practical means, useless to a third party. Net Bios: One of the most dangerous problems with internet access is Net Bios access. This is a serious security risk that can enable third parties to obtain, modify, erase, or "scan" every file on your system. Net Bios, typically, runs on port 139. Wayport blocks this access of this port from outside sources, but within the property from which you may be using the Wayport access, Net Bios cannot currently be blocked locally while still allowing some systems to function properly. This means that someone could be on the property scanning your files. Net Bios is required for certain useful things such as file sharing and network printing, but you can take advantage of these features without opening a security risk. There are several things that you can do to protect yourself against this attack. 1) Turn off file sharing. If you have file sharing turned on, then other people on the network can view the files on your computer. 2) Encrypt or protect sensitive files. Many programs offer the ability to password protect the file before opening. If a third party is able to get access to these files, then he or she may not be able to open the files that have been encrypted or protected. 3) Disable Net Bios enabled programs. There are some programs that enable Net Bios that are not required for common use on the internet. We suggest that you check with your company network administrator or security expert first, so that he or she will be able to specifically advise you on this matter and will be made aware of a change in settings that you are effectuating. Note that security on the internet is a rapidly changing landscape. New attacks are springing up all of the time. Wayport recommends that you consult with your company's security experts to ensure that your computer is protected when you are on the internet. Note that these security risks exist not only on public access networks provided by Wayport, but also on other LANs or any internet system such as a DSL,Cable Modem, or other connection in your home or office. The suggestions given herein are provided as a courtesy, and do not replace specific personalized advice provided by your network administrators, company computer security personnel or other security experts with whom you may be working. WHILE WE HAVE ENDEAVORED TO BE ACCURATE AND TO PROVIDE INFORMATION FROM SOURCES WE BELIEVE TO BE ACCURATE, WE DISCLAIM ANY OBLIGATION TO UPDATE THIS, AND WE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES YOU MAY INCUR, INCLUDING FOR SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS (WHETHER FORESEEABLE OR NOT) BY RELYING ON THE ADVICE HEREIN.
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