International Travel Security

International travel is a necessity for some WKU employees, but it represents a risk to the safety and security of your data and devices. These risks include loss, theft, exposure of sensitive information, compromised accounts, and more. This site brings together a collection of information to help you educate yourself and prepare for travel abroad.

 

Travel Tip Links

Please visit the following non-WKU sites for additional tips to secure your devices while traveling abroad:

• The FCC's Cybersecurity Tips for International Travelers
• The National Counterintelligence and Security Center's Travel Tips
• Security Magazine's Checklist: 24 Steps for Data Security While Traveling Abroad
• PC World's 9 Ways to Keep Your Mobile Devices Secure While Traveling

 

Related ITS Policies

The following ITS policies relate to international travel:

• Information Security Plan
• Cellular Allowance Policy