22 October 2025 – IT security The “bwInfoSec-Talks” lecture series enters its next round
Sharing knowledge, strengthening security: The core team at bwInfoSec is continuing its series of information events and talks on information security. The “bwInfoSec Talks” lecture series is thus entering its next round. This time, the events will focus on the overarching topic of “Managing risks and security incidents in the context of colleges and universities”.
Information security in transition: bwInfoSec promotes knowledge exchange through public events
The topic of information security is important for universities because it not only reflects current technological developments, but also addresses fundamental issues of security and efficiency in IT infrastructure. The lecture series provides practical insights into the secure use of technologies in educational institutions and promotes understanding of IT security strategies. The events thus also provide a holistic view of the topic of information security from a technical and theoretical as well as an organizational and practical perspective.
How colleges and universities must respond to changes in information security
The bwInfoSec-Talks focus on technical or overarching organizational topics related to information security, this time with a special emphasis on colleges and universities. These institutions face the challenge of adapting to the fast-paced digital world while preserving their freedom of research and teaching, i.e., without having to accept any restrictions. They must identify and overcome security risks and incidents at an early stage. To this end, the presentations will introduce various concepts that include both preventive and reactive elements in order to prevent security attacks of various kinds in advance and to be adequately prepared for possible security attacks if they are successfully carried out. By combining these strategies, universities can strengthen their resilience to cyberattacks and ensure their future viability.
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The events are organized by bwInfoSec, a federation of universities and colleges in Baden-Württemberg that have joined forces to improve information security at universities and colleges in the state. The core information security team at bwInfoSec is based at the Heidelberg University Computer Center and the University Service Center on the Reutlingen University campus.
The events are open to the public and will all be broadcast online. Registration for the events is not necessary. Video recordings of the presentations will also be available for viewing afterwards.