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ALSO CALLED: mSecurity, Wireless LAN Security, Wi-Fi Security, Wireless Network Security, WLAN Security, Mobile Security DEFINITION: Bluesnarfing is the theft of information from a wireless device through a Bluetooth connection. Bluetooth is a high-speed but very short-range wireless technology for exchanging data between desktop and mobile computers, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and other devices. By exploiting a vulnerability in the way Bluetooth is implemented on a mobile phone, an attacker can access information -- such … Definition continues below.
Wireless Security Reports
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Closing Wireless Loopholes for PCI Compliance and Security sponsored by AirMagnet, Inc. WHITE PAPER: Merchants who process payment cards need dedicated wireless monitoring systems that offer full traffic analysis and comprehensive security solutions to identify wireless security loopholes, provide solutions, and document compliance for audits. Read this white paper to learn more about ensuring PCI compliance in your wireless network. Posted: 02 Dec 2009 \| Published: 02 Dec 2009 TOPICS: Information Security \| Network Monitoring \| Network Security \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Regulatory Compliance \| Security \| Security Management \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security

Aberdeen Report: Five-Step Mobility Management Plan for Lowering TCO per Mobile Employee, Reducing Risk and Increasing User Productivity sponsored by BoxTone ANALYST REPORT: This complimentary Aberdeen report details how best-in-class companies are using a 5-Step Mobility Management approach to take control of their burgeoning mobile infrastructures. A must read for IT executives looking to cut mobility TCO and support costs, reduce security risks and increase mobile user productivity. Posted: 08 Oct 2009 \| Published: 08 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Regulatory Compliance \| Smart Phones \| TCO \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Security

How to Calculate The ROI & TCO of Your Mobile Users Before Cost Overruns Blindside You sponsored by BoxTone ANALYST REPORT: This handbook is designed to help senior IT management calculate their organization's mobile ROI and TCO -- using an enterprise environment of 2,000 mobile users to demonstrate the approach -- and includes a 5-step analytical approach for reducing that TCO by as much as 15-20 percent. Posted: 08 Oct 2009 \| Published: 08 Oct 2009 TOPICS: Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Mobile Device Management \| Mobile Workers \| Operating Systems \| ROI \| Smart Phones \| TCO \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Security

The Scoop on the New CCNA and CCNP Specializations sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: There has been a lot of interest among students lately on the details surrounding the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) specializations and their relationship with the corresponding CCNP specializations. The purpose of this white paper is to put all the information about these into one concise reference document. Posted: 22 Sep 2009 \| Published: 22 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Certification Programs \| Configuration Management \| Routing \| Routing Protocols \| Training \| Training and Educational Services \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security

Information Security Magazine - September 2009: Readers’ Choice Awards sponsored by Information Security Magazine EZINE: This issue of Security Information Magazine features the 2009 Readers’ Choice Awards. For the fourth consecutive year, our readers voted to determine the best security products. A record 1,721 voters participated this year, rating products in 17 different categories. There’s also a great article on the facts and myths about encryption and more. Posted: 15 Sep 2009 \| Published: 15 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Anti-Spam Software \| Application Security \| Authentication \| Data Loss Prevention (DLP) \| Data Security \| Email Security \| Encryption Standards \| Firewall Appliances \| Identity Management \| Intrusion Detection Systems \| Intrusion Prevention Systems \| Malware \| Security Event Management \| Security Policies \| Security Spending \| Virus Protection \| Vulnerability Management \| Wireless Security

Essential Guide to PCI DSS sponsored by Information Security Magazine EGUIDE: This E-Guide will explain the new changes in Version 1.2 and how the standard will tackle emerging technologies such as cloud computing and virtualization. Specific topics include avoiding audit trouble, wireless encryption, tokenization, and more. Posted: 14 Sep 2009 \| Published: 14 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Cloud Computing \| Compliance (Systems Operations) \| Compliance Audits \| Compliance Best Practices \| Encryption Standards \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard \| Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Compliance \| Regulations \| Regulatory Compliance \| Virtualization Security \| Wireless Security

Threat Control and Containment: A Proactive Approach Can Lead to More Network Security Plus Peace of Mind sponsored by CDW Corporation WHITE PAPER: Taking a proactive approach to mobile security can help you stay ahead of the curve and protect the organization. Read this paper to learn best practices for mobile security. Posted: 08 Sep 2009 \| Published: 08 Sep 2009 TOPICS: Authentication \| Data Security \| Encryption Standards \| Security Best Practices \| Security Policies \| Security Threats \| VPN \| Wireless Security

A Manager's Guide to Wireless Hotspots: How to Take Advantage of Them While Protecting the Security of Your Corporate Network sponsored by Motorola, Inc. WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses the security risks inherent in public Wi-Fi Internet access and the best ways to mitigate these risks. It also discusses the benefits of hosting a corporate hotspot of your own. Posted: 19 Aug 2009 \| Published: 19 Aug 2009 TOPICS: Wi-Fi \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Hotspot Services \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security \| Wireless Systems \| WLAN \| WLAN Hardware \| WLAN Management \| WLAN Management Software

Reducing Time and Staff Required to Meet Customer Service Level Requirements for Security and Compliance sponsored by Shavlik Technologies CASE STUDY: As ORCS introduced Windows Server 2008 into the network, they sought new ways to improve efficiency. The need for an improved patch management system, combined with the requirements for PCI compliance, presented a dual challenge that they hoped they could address with a single technology solution. And they did. Read this case study to learn how. Posted: 20 Jul 2009 \| Published: 20 Jul 2009 TOPICS: Application Security \| Applications Management \| Configuration Management \| Network Security \| Patch Management \| Vulnerability Management \| Wireless Security

Endpoint Security, Endpoint Management: The Cost-Cutter's Case for Convergence sponsored by Lumension ANALYST REPORT: Read this Aberdeen Group benchmark report to learn specific recommendations on achieving Best-in-Class status and how to focus first on the security of endpoint systems, then on compliance, then on optimizing ongoing management for greater efficiency and lower cost. Posted: 18 Jun 2009 \| Published: 18 Jun 2009 TOPICS: Endpoint Security \| Laptop Computers \| Mobile Device Management \| Network Management \| Network Performance \| Network Security \| Notebook Computers \| Security Management \| Security Standards \| Wireless Security

Eleven Myths about 802.11 Wi-Fi Networks sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: In this paper examine 11 such myths and explore ways to use correct information about wireless LANs to make your networks scalable, secure and satisfying to your users. Posted: 10 Dec 2008 \| Published: 10 Dec 2008 TOPICS: Radio Frequency Data Communications \| Wi-Fi \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Infrastructure \| Wireless Security \| Wireless Systems \| WLAN

Ten Ways Hackers Breach Security sponsored by Global Knowledge WHITE PAPER: Hacking, cracking, and cyber crimes can wreak havoc on an organization. This white paper discusses ten common methods hackers use to breach your existing security, and what you can do to protect yourself. Posted: 09 Feb 2007 \| Published: 09 Feb 2007 TOPICS: Computer Crimes \| Hackers \| Password Management \| Security Threats \| Trojan Horses \| Vulnerability Management \| Wireless Security

Bitpipe Research Guide: Wireless sponsored by Bitpipe RESOURCE CENTER: Wireless technology is becoming an important component of most enterprises' IT infrastructure. Posted: 30 Nov 2006 \| Published: 30 Nov 2006 TOPICS: Wireless Applications Software \| Wireless Computing \| Wireless Hardware \| Wireless Industry \| Wireless Infrastructure \| Wireless Internet \| Wireless Networks \| Wireless Security \| Wireless Service Providers \| Wireless Services \| Wireless Systems \| Wireless WAN \| WLAN \| WLAN Protocols

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WIRELESS SECURITY DEFINITION (continued): … as the user's calendar, contact list and e-mail and text messages -- without leaving any evidence of the attack. Other devices that use Bluetooth, such as laptop computers, may also be vulnerable, although to a lesser extent, by virtue of their more complex systems. Operating in invisible mode protects some devices, but others are vulnerable as long as Bluetooth is enabled.According to a ZDNet UK article, attackers are exploiting a problem with some implementations of the object exchange (OBEX) protocol, which is commonly used to exchange information between wireless devices. An attacker can synchronize …
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