Mobile Device Security

Mobile data security and your corporate network

All organizations need to mitigate risk, exposure and expense related to mobile devices and the networks to which they connect. Incidents of mobile device theft, compromise or loss, malware attacks and network breaches are making headlines every day....  E-Book

Learning guide: Mobile device protection

Mobile device security overview

Mobile device manufacturers and operating system developers vary in their security capabilities. This list evaluates how the leading mobile devices stack up in security.  Feature

Enterprise mobile security: Learn the keys to mobile app/OS protection

As users grow more mobile device-dependent, enterprise mobile security has become imperative. This chapter from "Mobile Application Security" details how to protect devices and safeguard mobile apps.  Chapter Download

Establishing secure mobile communication

Find out how to establish secure mobile communication, including how to encrypt mobile laptop, PDA and smartphone transactions using tools that can enforce over-the-air security, no matter the device or network type.  Expert Lesson

Managing mobile authentication methods

Find tips for managing mobile authentication methods and learn how to control what mobile laptops, PDAs and smartphones can and cannot do inside your network.  Expert Lesson

Mobile security: Protecting your data, not just your devices

As mobile devices become more common, protecting the data stored on them becomes a primary concern for the enterprise. Fortunately, mobile operating systems now include security features that enterprises can use to enforce corporate policies. In this...  Mobile Insights

Prevent mobile malware: Learn how to protect your enterprise and devices

Mobile malware has grown increasingly malicious and financially motivated and you can't let it catch you off guard. In this series, Lisa Phifer explores the history of mobile malware and explains how it can sneak into the back door of your enterprise...  Mobile Insights

Top mobile tips of 2007

We made our list and checked it twice. These tips represent the most popular topics on SearchMobileComputing.com in 2007. You'll find tips and advice on topics like Apple's iPhone, mobile security, mobile management and much more.  The best of SearchMobileC

Mandate security training to safeguard your mobile fleet

Mobile managers need to establish a high-level of mobile security awareness across their entire workforce to minimize the threat posed by lost or stolen mobile devices. This research report discusses the importance of end-user security awareness trai...  Research Report

Mobile security – Understanding and controlling risks

In this mobile security guide, we explore the security risks of mobile devices and provide some best practices to help you protect your corporate assets and your users against data loss, network compromise and threats.  Learning Guides

Mobile device security demands surpass reality, survey says

It's no surprise that mobile device security was top of mind in our recent reader survey. Find out what's missing and what IT pros are asking for in mobile security products.  News | 13 Jun 2011

Tablet security calls for mobile policy, controlling mobile apps

Tablet PCs are taking IT departments by storm, and security is top of mind. In this Q&A with industry expert Nick Arvanitis, you'll learn the importance of having a mobile policy and how to approach tablet and mobile security from the top down.  Interview | 21 Feb 2011

Traditional security threats coming soon to mobile device near you

Browser exploits, botnets and more will soon be coming to mobile devices, according to a report from the Georgia Tech Information Security Center. Knowing the key threats can help ward off the greatest dangers.  Article | 29 Oct 2008

When will attackers go mobile?

Mobile malware has not been the great threat that many independent security experts have predicted, but they still predict the threat will come.  Article | 22 May 2008

Mobile voice encryption gets cheaper, easier to do

KoolSpan's new TrustChip technology could spark interest in mobile device voice encryption with its smaller form factor, ease of use, and low price.  Article | 16 Jan 2008

Google's Android platform could complicate security

Google's Android platform, still months away from deployment, could raise a host of security concerns.  Article | 21 Nov 2007

Mobile security tops concerns, but policy isn't enforced

Mobile security topped the mobility issues companies face, but recent results of a SearchMobileComputing.com survey found many organizations aren't putting security measures and policies in place.  Article | 17 Oct 2007

Mobile security breaches inevitable, study says

Mobile security breaches have CIOs fearful and ready to re-examine their corporate mobile security needs, a recent study has found.  Article | 19 Sep 2007

Mobile GPS system virus could infect network

A mobile GPS system shipped with a virus that could infect the corporate network.  Article | 31 Jan 2007

Mobile phone spyware -- it's here

Mobile spyware has popped up a few times recently. Researchers say it isn't time to worry -- yet.  Article | 20 Dec 2006

Meeting technical requirements for mobile health care deployments

IT departments deploying mobile health care solutions must ensure that using mobile devices in health care settings doesn't violate federal laws or compromise security.  Tip

Mobile device strategy bypassed as enterprises face tablet invasion

The tablet invasion has many enterprises rushing to accommodate end-user demand and bypassing a mobile device strategy to deal with mobile security and policies on an ad hoc basis.  Tip

Mobile patching is No. 1 challenge of mobile device security

Lack of a systematic, efficient mobile patching process will likely be the biggest challenge of mobile device security.  Tip

Mobile security for tablet devices: Recognizing risk

Tablet devices are flooding into the enterprise, disrupting IT support plans and mobile security practices. Find out the business benefits and potential risks tablet devices pose.  Tip

Tablet security: Best practices for the tablet computer onslaught

Tablets are taking the enterprise by storm, and tablet security is a major concern. Find out which mobile device security best practices you're already using can apply to tablets, and which you will need to revisit to keep tablets secure.  Tip

iPad security policy pointers for enterprise iPad endpoint integrity

As enterprise iPad use increases, companies must make decisions about iPad security policy and how to enforce it. Lisa Phifer offers several tactics for ensuring iPad endpoint integrity.  Tip

Tablet computing: Understanding native tablet security capabilities

Tablet computers running smartphone operating systems have several native security capabilities that security channel providers need to understand. This is part two of a two-part technical tip.  Tip

Best practices for enterprise mobile device and smartphone security

Using personal mobile devices and smartphones to connect to enterprise networks is a huge security risk. Here are some best practices for enterprise mobile device security and key criteria for enforceable mobile device management policies.  Tip

Smartphone security: The growing threat of mobile malware

The increasingly pervasive use of wireless handhelds in the enterprise is just one reason why malware pros are getting serious about mobile malware. Lisa Phifer details all the reasons why smartphone and PDA viruses and malware may be on the rise, an...  Tip

Securing your Windows Mobile devices

Until recently, Windows Mobile devices lacked the native management and security capabilities long associated with BlackBerrys. Many third-party device management and security solutions were (and still are) available for Windows Mobile. However, Wind...  Tip

Follow up on business benefits of VoWLAN

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Adoption of 802.11j

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How can I protect my Pocket PC from attackers in hot spots?

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Implementing a hardware routing solution with an open MAC filter

Do you know of a hardware routing solution that would allow me to leave my MAC filtering open, but still allow for authentication with a simple dialog box that asks for username and password before it allows connection to my network?  Ask the Expert

Protecting sensitive data from neighboring WLANs on the same channel

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How safe is SMS?

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Encrypting files on Pocket PC

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Forcing updates on wireless devices

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Preventing eavesdroppers on cellular calls

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Using the firewall feature of the Nortel contivity 1010 box

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geotagging

Geotagging is the addition of geographical information, usually in the form of latitude and longitude coordinates, to Web sites, images, videos, smartphone transmissions, and various other data types and sources. Sometimes geotagging includes place n...  Definition

iOS Erase

iOS Erase is a feature that obliterates everything stored in the iOS encrypted file system’s user partition. All user partition contents – including contacts, calendars, device settings, third-party applications, and associated application data – bec...  Definition

Android Factory Reset

Android Factory Reset is a feature that erases all device settings, user data, third-party applications, and associated application data from an Android device’s internal flash storage to return the device to the condition it was in when shipped from...  Definition

enterprise wipe

Enterprise wipe is a security feature offered by many Mobile Device Management (MDM) products which selectively erases only those device settings, user data, applications, and application data that were previously installed by that MDM.  Definition

jailbreaking

Jailbreaking, in a mobile device context, is the use of an exploit to remove manufacturer or carrier restrictions from a device such as an iPhone or iPad. The exploit usually involves running a privilege escalation attack on a user’s device to replac...  Definition

PIN lock

The PIN lock is an authentication measure for mobile phones that requires the entry of a personal identification number (PIN) code before a device can be used.  Definition

mobile security (wireless security)

Mobile security is the protection of smartphones, tablets, laptops and other portable computing devices, and the networks they connect to, from threats and vulnerabilities associated with wireless computing. Mobile security is also known as wireless ...  Definition

discoverability

Discoverability is the capacity of something to be found. The term is used in many different contexts in IT (information technology).  Definition

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity)

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a 15- or 17-digit code that uniquely identifies mobile phone sets. The IMEI code can ensure that a GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) or UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service) ne...  Definition

real-time location system (RTLS)

A real-time location system (RTLS) is one of a number of technologies used to pinpoint the current geographic position and location of a target.  Definition

Podcast: The truth about network security and mobile device access

In this 10 minute podcast, Lisa Phifer and Kate Dostart engage in some 'Fact or Fiction' to dispel some common misconceptions about network access, authentication, control, and over-the-air security for mobile laptops, PDAs, and smart phones.  Podcast

geotagging

Geotagging is the addition of geographical information, usually in the form of latitude and longitude coordinates, to Web sites, images, videos, smartphone transmissions, and various other data types and sources. Sometimes geotagging includes place n...  Definition

iOS Erase

iOS Erase is a feature that obliterates everything stored in the iOS encrypted file system’s user partition. All user partition contents – including contacts, calendars, device settings, third-party applications, and associated application data – bec...  Definition

Android Factory Reset

Android Factory Reset is a feature that erases all device settings, user data, third-party applications, and associated application data from an Android device’s internal flash storage to return the device to the condition it was in when shipped from...  Definition

enterprise wipe

Enterprise wipe is a security feature offered by many Mobile Device Management (MDM) products which selectively erases only those device settings, user data, applications, and application data that were previously installed by that MDM.  Definition

jailbreaking

Jailbreaking, in a mobile device context, is the use of an exploit to remove manufacturer or carrier restrictions from a device such as an iPhone or iPad. The exploit usually involves running a privilege escalation attack on a user’s device to replac...  Definition

PIN lock

The PIN lock is an authentication measure for mobile phones that requires the entry of a personal identification number (PIN) code before a device can be used.  Definition

mobile security (wireless security)

Mobile security is the protection of smartphones, tablets, laptops and other portable computing devices, and the networks they connect to, from threats and vulnerabilities associated with wireless computing. Mobile security is also known as wireless ...  Definition

discoverability

Discoverability is the capacity of something to be found. The term is used in many different contexts in IT (information technology).  Definition

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity)

IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a 15- or 17-digit code that uniquely identifies mobile phone sets. The IMEI code can ensure that a GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) or UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service) ne...  Definition

Learning guide: Mobile device protection