1. Presented by Kevin Lee

2.  This information is for people that have
personal smartphones
 For people that have company
smartphones, contact your companies
mobile security policy

3. Why does a person need to secure a
smartphone?
 As cell phones are becoming more like
pocket-sized computers, they are also
more vulnerable to different forms of
cyber attacks
 People want your data! This is a fact of
life and it applies to either if you have an
Android, BlackBerry, or iPhone
smartphone

4. Password Protection
 By simply enabling a password or PIN
number on a cell phone, you can save
yourself a tremendous amount of hassle
and headache because only you know
that unique password
 You may be able to set a security on the
phone so that if someone tries the
wrong password a certain number of
times, the phone is automatically wiped

5. Anti-virus Software
 A person must treat a cell phone like they
would a PC by installing and keeping an up
to date anti-virus software
 Lookout Mobile Security (Android)
 SmartGuard Mobile Security (BlackBerry)
 iPhones does not have an anti-virus software
 A security app safeguards your data,
protect against threats, and an up-to-date
software protects the device from new
versions of viruses and new malware

6. Up-to-date operating
system
 Smartphones need to be patched often
to eliminate vulnerabilities found since
the phone was first released
 Updates gets rid of security holes or
vulnerabilities by maintaining the
software on both your PC and your
smartphone

7. Get apps from a trusted source
 There are plenty of apps out there, stick
to apps from the phones market
 Android Play Market
 BlackBerry App World
 iPhone App Market
 If you’re downloading an app from a
third party, do your research to make
sure the app is reputable and will do
what you want that app to do

8. Wi-Fi Network
 Avoid shopping or banking on a public
network
 Keep in mind that the open Wi-Fi network that
your phone is connected to might not be secure
 Limit your activity to browsing and avoid
committing any transaction that involves your
account information
 Also, be wary about people looking over
your shoulder and seeing your password,
e-mails, texts, and account information

9. Bluetooth devices
 Although many people think of bluetooth
as a better alternative to a physical wire,
in fact it creates a personal area
network, and like any network, it will
recognize appropriate devices within its
range
 A phone's bluetooth setting is on by
default, so it needs to be turned off, or
configured for a specific device or
headset

10. Backup your data
 If your phone gets taken or the data gets
deleted, it’s a lot easier to get your
information back when it’s backup
regularly
 It can mean the difference between a
slight phone setback or living through
your own phone nightmare

11. Conclusion
 Doing these simple tips with help keep
your phone protected from
vulnerabilities that might happen to you
 Password Protection
 Anti-virus Software
 Up-to-date operating system
 Get apps from a trusted source
 Wi-Fi Network
 Bluetooth devices
 Backup your data