Wireless and mobile security

In this guide, get advice on tools, software and tactics for wireless network security and wireless mobile device security. Learn how to build and maintain a secure wireless LAN, how to protect mobile devices, and how to successfully configure, implement and manage a solid wireless network.

July 13, 2020 13 Jul'20
RSA finds two-thirds of phishing attacks directed at Canada

RSA Security researchers found that nearly 70% of phishing attacks were directed at users in Canada, while the majority of attacks come from U.S.-based ISPs and hosting providers.
June 16, 2020 16 Jun'20
ZDI drops 10 zero-day vulnerabilities in Netgear router

Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative published 10 vulnerabilities in Netgear's R6700 router that have gone unpatched for seven months.
May 26, 2020 26 May'20
StrandHogg 2.0 allows attackers to imitate most Android apps

A new elevation-of-privilege vulnerability on Android, dubbed StrandHogg 2.0, allows threat actors to gain access to most apps, according to Norwegian mobile security firm Promon.
May 22, 2020 22 May'20
Risk & Repeat: When will mobile voting be ready?

This week's Risk & Repeat podcast examines the rise of mobile voting apps and how security experts have expressed concerns about the risks deploying the technology for elections.

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What are the top secure data transmission methods?

Safe information transfer is a must for modern organizations, but not all secure data transmission methods are equal. Explore your secure data transfer options in this tip. Continue Reading
How to secure your home Wi-Fi network in 7 steps

When securing home Wi-Fi, update devices regularly, change passwords consistently and consider splitting your WLAN into two segments: one for work and one for play. Continue Reading
Considering the differences in LAN vs. WAN security

Given the differences in the security of LAN and WAN, enterprises need to guard against insider threats, secure against unauthorized access and potentially secure the edge, too. Continue Reading

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US-China 5G competition hinges on enterprise apps, services

In the U.S.-China competition over 5G, the infrastructure deployment race sets the stage for a larger struggle over the application layer. Here's why enterprise IT teams should care. Continue Reading
Mobile device convergence brings security challenges

The trend of mobile device convergence, adding more functionality to smaller hybrid devices, is growing in intensity with the COVID-19 pandemic, and IT must be prepared for it. Continue Reading
Enterprises prefer private 5G networks over network slicing

Large enterprises are wary of network slicing within public 5G networks because of potential security risks. But SMBs see network slicing as a viable 5G option. Continue Reading

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Remote data protection and DR in the work-from-home boom

Building a data protection strategy around remote working requires companies to enable employee access to data while ensuring that it is protected from threats such as shadow IT. Continue Reading
RSA Conference 2020 guide: Highlighting security's human element

What's happening at the 2020 RSA Conference? Our team keeps you up to date with pre-conference coverage and breaking news from the infosec world's biggest event. Continue Reading
Ownership scenario should dictate mobile device policies

The policies organizations should deploy for BYOD devices compared to kiosk devices are very different. Learn how organizations should approach these policy decisions. Continue Reading

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5 steps to get IoT cybersecurity and third parties in sync

Third parties often prove to be the weak links when it comes to IoT cybersecurity. Learn what you can do to minimize the risk while reaping the benefits that outside vendors bring. Continue Reading
Prevent the storage and data security risks of remote work

Many organizations have employees working from home, but some may not have taken the security and training precautions that remote work requires. Continue Reading
Build shadow IT policy to reduce security risks

Security risks have increased during the pandemic as remote workers try to get things done. Find out how CISOs can better manage by creating a shadow IT policy. Continue Reading