Computing on the Move – Mobile SecurityMichael McKinnon, Security Advisor

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Why is mobile security an issue?

• In 2011, smartphone sales overtook sales of PCs!

• Gartner Research has predicted that mobile web access will overtake PC access by 2013

• There is an increased prevalence of mobile malware

• Mobile devices are now being used for activities that require the disclosure of sensitive information

• Online shopping

• Mobile banking

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What are the risks?

• Physical loss of the device

• Loss of information & data

• Infection from malware

• Fraud

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Physical mobile security

• Device locks

• PIN numbers and/or passwords are a MUST

• Can be enforced with mail servers

• Can you locate your lost/stolen device?

• “Find My iPhone/iPad”

• Android™ solutions as well (feature included in AVG Mobilation)

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Protecting mobile data

• What data do you have on your devices?

• Do an audit to find out!

• Classify your data, and think about the consequences

• Does it really need to be mobile?

• Device encryption is available in the latest mobile devices

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Preventing mobile malware

• Use anti-malware on your mobile

• Don’t install apps from outside trusted marketplaces

• When installing apps ALWAYS check permissions

• NEVER hack your phone

• i.e. iPhone/iPad Jailbreak or Android “root”

• Limit/consider implications of clicking on links on a mobile device, especially via social networking sites

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AVG Mobilation for Android™

www.avg.com.au/mobilation/

AVG Mobilation combats viruses and malware, as well as providing loss and theft protection features

• Find your lost/stolen phone• App & file scanner• SMS filtering

Thank You!

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