Mobile security
What is mobile device security
Mobile security refers to securing data on
mobile devices
Are mobile devices prone to risk ?
Which risk are mobile devices exposed to ?
• Loss of data
• Theft
• Unauthorized access
What are mobile device security threats
Eavesdropping :unauthorized real-time
interception of private communication
Unauthorized access :users store most of
their login details on phone for quicker
access to application hence it becomes easy
for one to be hacked
Theft and loss
Unmanaged application :lack of regularly
update of applications may leave the door
open for hackers to compromise security
What is mobile malware
Mobile malware is malicious software that is
specifically built to target mobile phones and
smart phones systems.
Mobile malware steals confidential data and
collects user data.
Attacks are minimized by updating the mobile
operating system to their latest versions
What is mobile malware
Updating mobile operating systems helps
users to plug vulnerabilities existed in the
previous versions of the system
It also helps in improving the performance of
applications present on phones
Sometimes updating the software may wipe
off data present on the phone
How to prevent mobile device theft
Security precautions to mitigate the risk of
mobile phone theft are as follows
be aware
Encrpt it
Data backup
Insure it
Steps to take if a mobile device is stolen
Contact service providers in order to block the SIM
card and thereby prevent any fraudulent use
File a police report as soon as possible with description
of the phone and its IMIE number
Track the phone using find my phone software ,if
installed on the phone.
Mobile Security
Discussion Questions
How do I know if an app is safe?
So if an app is safe l don’t have to worry about it
anymore ,right?
Is it safe to check my bank account on my
phone ?
Does my smart phone need anti-virus protection?
Is every internet connection safe?
Do l really need a password lock on my phone ?
Am ruined if my mobile device gets stolen ?
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