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SMS mobile worm attacks Symbian smartphones
A new worm attacking Symbian-based phones is spreading via SMS messages and smartphone Internet access, according to security vendor Fortinet's research team. Article
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RIM warns of serious vulnerability in BlackBerry Web loader
A flawed ActiveX control can be exploited by an attacker to run malicious code and gain access to critical files. Article
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RIM fixes serious BlackBerry PDF handling flaws
A malicious PDF attachment can cause memory corruption and allow an attacker to access sensitive data, RIM said in an advisory. Article
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How easily can spyware be placed on a mobile phone?
John Strand reveals just how easy it is for malware and spyware to be placed on your mobile devices. Ask the Expert
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Should enterprises ban USBs because the DoD banned them?
When creating a portable device security policy, should an organization take into account the policies of the federal government? In this security management expert response, learn what can be helpful to keeping USB devices secure. Ask the Expert
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RIM updates BlackBerry Desktop Software to fix ActiveX flaw
The latest update for BlackBerry Desktop Software includes a fix to an ActiveX vulnerability located in a tool used to synchronize BlackBerrrys and PCs running Microsoft Windows. Article
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Do mobile devices put sensitive data at risk when used overseas?
Any wireless electronic device is subject to eavesdropping or infection, but the risk increases dramatically when traveling to countries where a device connects to a local service provider which may be government-controlled. Ask the Expert
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Apple iPhone 2.2 update includes critical security patches
Apple addressed a dozen iPhone and iPod Touch security issues, including dangerous flaws in its Safari browser that could allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information. Article
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New worm attacks Windows smartphones
Symantec researchers have discovered a new worm attacking the Windows CE platform on ARM processors. Article
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Smartphone security: The growing threat of mobile malware
The increasingly pervasive use of wireless handhelds in the enterprise is just one reason why malware pros are getting serious about mobile malware. Lisa Phifer details all the reasons why smartphone and PDA viruses and malware may be on the rise, an... Tip