Security Mobile Devices Flashcards

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ScreenLocks

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  • Restricts access to the device
  • Fingerprint , facial recognition , swipe pattern , & traditional passcode
  • Failed Attempts
    • iOS : Erase everything after 10 attempts
    • Android : Lock device & Require Google login
    • Windows Phone : Delays next attempts of factory reset
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Locator Application & Remote Wipe

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  • Built-in GPS
  • Find your phone
  • Control from afar
    • Wake sound
    • Display message

-Wipe everything

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Remote Backup

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  • Difficult to backup something that always moving
    • Backup to the cloud

-Constant Backup

  • Backup without wires
    • Use existing network

Restore with one-click

 - Restore everything
 - Authenticate & wait
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Anti-virus & Anti-malware

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  • Apple iOS
    • Closed environment , tightly regulated
    • Malware has to find a vulnerability

Android

 - More open , apps can be installed from anywhere
 - Easier for malware to find a way in 
  • Windows phone
    • Closed environment
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Patching / OS Updates

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  • All devices needs updates
  • Device patches
  • Operating system updates
    • New features , bug fixes
  • Don’t fall behind
    • Avoid security problems
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