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June 2009 - Volume 4, Issue 6
Security of Mobile Communication Devices

Mobile communication devices (includes Blackberrys, iPhones, smart phones in general) have become indispensable tools for today's highly mobile society. Small and relatively inexpensive, these multifunction devices can be used not only for voice calls but also text messages, email, Internet access along with stand alone applications similar to those performed on a desktop computer. A significant amount of personal, private and/or sensitive information may accumulate or be accessed via these devices. Additionally, some of these devices may allow you to access your home computer or your corporate network.


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Michigan Cyber Security SpotLight

• Malware: Worms, Trojans, and Viruses

• Protecting State of Michigan Sensitive Information (Video)

• Michigan Local Unit of Government Internet Vulnerability Scan

• How to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft (Video)

• Virginia.gov Video - The Duhs of Security

• Cyber Security Awareness Toolkit (Posters, Guides, and Brochures)


US-CERT Tips

• Tip ST04-005 -- Understanding Anti-Virus Software

• Tip ST04-002 -- Choosing and Protecting Passwords

• Tip ST04-001 -- Why is Cyber Security a Problem

• Tip ST06-009 -- Coordinating Virus and Spyware Defense

• Tip ST06-008 -- Safeguarding Your Data

• Tip ST06-007 -- Defending Cell Phones and PDAs Against Attack

• Tip ST06-006 -- Understanding Hidden Threats: Corrupted Software Files


Security Alerts

• FortiGuard Center Threatscape Report -- June 2009

• Microsoft Security Updates June 2009

• Georgia Tech Information Security Center Emerging Cyber Threats Report for 2008 PDF icon

• Symantec Internet Security Threat Report

• Microsoft Security Intelligence Report

• US-Cert:US-CERT National Cyber Alert System Monthly Activity Summary PDF icon

• US-Cert Weekly Vulnerability Summaries

• US-CERT: Public Trends and Analysis Report PDF icon


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