The DNS RPZ service (Response Policy Zone) of Ruhr University Bochum is a security measure designed to prevent access to known malicious websites.
By integrating this service into the university’s DNS system, requests to dangerous domains are automatically blocked.
This protects users from threats such as phishing, malware, and botnet communication by, for example, preventing access to harmful websites. When attempting to open a website classified as dangerous, a security notification will appear in the browser.
Further information can be found on the official websites of IT.SERVICES and DFN.Security.
The Information Security Office (ITSB) is the point of contact for all matters related to IT security
General inquiries and consultation:
E-Mail: itsb@rub.de
Reports of abusive usage:
E-Mail: abuse@rub.de
Further contact information can be found on the website of the Information Security Office (ITSB).
In case of disruptions to central IT systems and services, please contact the IT.SERVICES helpdesk.
E-Mail: its-helpdesk@ruhr-uni-bochum.de
The Network Operation Center is the point of contact for all matters related to network technology and infrastructure.
E-Mail: noc@ruhr-uni-bochum.de
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Last update: Oct 06, 2025