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Feb 10, 2012

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ALSO CALLED: Mobile Device Security, Wireless Handheld Device Security, Enterprise Device Security, Handheld Security, Device Security, PDA Security, Wireless Data Security DEFINITION: SMiShing is a security attack in which the user is tricked into downloading a Trojan horse, virus or other malware onto his cellular phone or other mobile device. SMiShing is short for "SMS phishing." David Rayhawk, senior researcher at McAfee Avert Labs, explains how SMiShing works in a blog post entitled 'SMiShing - an emerging threat vector:'"Some cell phone users have started receiving SMS messages … Definition continues below.
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M86 Security Labs: Threat Predictions 2012 sponsored by M86 Security WHITE PAPER: The 2011 threat landscape was dominated by three forceful trends – targeted attacks, social media threats and mobile malware. What does 2012 have in store for organizations and users? This report, prepared by experts at M86 Security Labs, explores the top 10 Web and email security predictions for this year. Posted: 01 Feb 2012 \| Published: 01 Feb 2012 TOPICS: Email Security \| Email Threats \| Handheld Device Security \| Internet Security \| Malware \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Social Networking \| Web Application Security

The State of Cloud Based Security - Taking a Cloud-Based Approach to Security Can Improve Protection and Lower Costs sponsored by Webroot Software, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Traditional endpoint solutions are becoming less effective as the threat environment increasingly grows more complex. However, cloud-based security may be the answer, offering an opportunity for improved security, while saving costs. View this paper to explore the current state of cloud-based security, advantages of cloud-based security, and more. Posted: 30 Jan 2012 \| Published: 30 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Endpoint Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Security Management \| Security Threats \| Software as a Service

Using Web Security Services to Protect Portable Devices sponsored by Webroot Software Pty Ltd WHITE PAPER: Today’s flexible workforce is becoming a serious security issue, as employees are working from multiple locations with various devices, increasing the risk of exposure. View this paper now to gain a better understanding of the security challenges posed by portable users and devices and how you can address them using cloud-based security solutions. Posted: 29 Jan 2012 \| Published: 29 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Handheld Device Security \| Managed Security Services \| Mobile Device Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Software as a Service \| Web Services

Securing Mobile Devices sponsored by ISACA WHITE PAPER: While mobile devices have become an integral tool in today’s networked world, providing convenient user access and increased productivity, they don’t come without risk. View this resource for a comprehensive overview of mobile devices including its key impacts and benefits, risks and security concerns, and effective strategies for overcoming them. Posted: 27 Jan 2012 \| Published: 27 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Access Control \| Data Security \| Handheld Device Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Wireless Security

A 3-Step Plan For Mobile Security sponsored by Websense, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This resource identifies unique management controls and countermeasures that will allow your organization to implement a sound mobile security strategy that will cover both corporate and personal mobile devices. Posted: 18 Jan 2012 \| Published: 18 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Handheld Device Security \| Mobile Device Management \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones \| Wireless Security

Security Predictions for 2012 sponsored by Websense, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This pivotal resource offers valuable insight into 7 security predictions for the coming year, as well as ways in which your organization can prepare for whatever lurks on the horizon. Posted: 18 Jan 2012 \| Published: 18 Jan 2012 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Cloud Security \| Cybersecurity \| Handheld Device Security \| Internet Security \| Security \| Security Best Practices \| Security Management \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| Smart Phones \| Social Computing \| Social Networking \| Wireless Security

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HANDHELD DEVICE SECURITY DEFINITION (continued): … along these lines: 'We're confirming you've signed up for our dating service. You will be charged $2/day unless you cancel your order: www.smishinglink.com.' (This is an example and was not a real url at the time of writing)This phenomena, which we at McAfee Avert Labs are dubbing "SMiShing" (phishing via SMS), is yet another indicator that cell phones and mobile devices are becoming increasingly used by perpetrators of malware, viruses and scams.While some might recognize this as a scam, many unsuspecting users would not. Fearful of incurring premium rates on their cell phone bill, they visit …
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