ISEDJ

Information Systems Education Journal

Volume 13

V13 N2 Pages 14-20

March 2015

Teaching Case

Information Security in a World of Global Connectivity: A Case Study

Cameron Lawrence
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59802, USA

Garrett Olson
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59802, USA

Bambi Douma
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59802, USA


Abstract: The widespread use of digital technologies such as smartphones, tablets, and notebook computers expose firms engaged in international business to risks that far exceed what most corporate technology users understand. This case study examines some of the technology-specific vulnerabilities managers face when engaged in international travel and introduces tools and technologies including HTTPS, two-factor authentication, VPNs and the use and management of complex passwords. The case concludes with a set of discussion questions and hands-on exercises that can be completed in or out of class. This case is intended for the Intro to MIS class and complements the model curriculum objectives in IS 2010.1 and IS 2010.7.

Keywords: IS 2010.1, IS 2010.7.

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Recommended Citation: Lawrence, C., Olson, G., Douma, B. (2015). Information Security in a World of Global Connectivity: A Case Study. Information Systems Education Journal, 13(2) pp 14-20. http://isedj.org/2015-13/ ISSN: 1545-679X. (A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of ISECON 2014)