Mitigating Smartphone Risks

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Mitigating Smartphone Risks

  1. 3 different smartphonesPassword protect
  2. Encrypt
  3. Don't store data that isn't needed
  4. Don’t store business data with your personal data
  5. Remote wipe software
  6. Firewalls
  7. Anti-malware
  8. Use GPS tracking wisely
  9. Read vendor privacy policies before downloading apps
  10. Do not auto-login or store passwords on the phone
  11. Physical control
  12. Don’t share files using USB keys
  13. Know and follow your organization’s security and privacy policies
  14. Regularly review/audit
  15. Secure disposal
  16. Stay aware of threats and vulnerabilities via organizations that provide training and awareness communications