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Submit a request for an Exception

Please use the form below to request an exception consideration. Be sure you include as much data as possible to assist in the decision making process including contact information, which standard you are requesting the control under and all device or network specific data. We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.

Your Name:

Your e-mail address:

If phone contact is preferred, the phone number where you can be reached:

University Department/College?:

Standard(MCSS,WSSS,DSSS,CSSS) and Element(when applicable) related to compensating control request:

MCSS (Minimum Computer Security Standard)
WSSS (Web Server Security Standard)
DSSS (Database Server Security Standard)
CSSS (Critical Server Security Standard)
Standard Element (i.e.: Firewall,Patches, Password, Antimalware) If nothing indicated Security will assume you want an exception from all elements :

Type of device involved in Exception Request:

Device Manufacturer:

Device Serial Number:

Define the scope of the requested exception (e.g., singles workstation, departmental lab, entire unit):

What prevents compliance with the MCSS element either as initially specified or via a compensating control?:

Description of how the proposed exception increases the risk of your security if granted?: