Thursday, March 7, 2013

Mobile Security Training

Why do we care about Mobile Security?

mobile security training

Most mobile devices are a target for attacks. The attackers and hackers are aware of the vulnerabilities, lack of control, mobile security policies, lack of security on mobile devices, platforms and networks. There have been a large umber of malicious software attacks in the past.

What are the Mobile Security Problems?

Number of mobile vulnerabilities are increasing and there are number of fixes for the weaknesses.
The problems can be related to unauthorized use of the mobile devices and threat to the information stored on the devices.  Password, PIN, screen locks for authentication, biometric reader to scan a fingerprint for authentication are typically the solutions available.



Other issues in mobile security are: malware through download applications, wireless (WiFi or Cellular) encryption, security software, Mobile Operating systems vulnerabilities, Security patches, mobile firewalls, unsecured WiFi network, unauthorized modifications, jailbreaking, rooting, lack of Whitelisting,  risk assessments and lack of configuration management. 

We Provide mobile device security training, mobile security training, mobile app security training and mobile hacking and penetration training.

3 comments:

  1. Good coverage on the mobile security issues

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  2. Great topic please cover more iOS and Android security as well

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  3. Many hacked apps are usually come with malware.

    I think Apple with iOS seems to be doing a better job than Android protecting its mobile users against cyber threats. What are Mobile Device Best Security Practices?

    Android: 300 Million Devices Sold
    (2012),450,000 apps in the Android Market


    iOS: 316 Million iOS Devices Sold (2012), 500,000 apps in the Apple App Store

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