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News (61)

• Mobile malware threat heightened by Symbian hack

  A hacker has created a way of bypassing security measures in the Symbian operating system that block malware.

• Mobile malware to triple in 2006

  Mobile security threats are expected to triple next year as smartphones and other mobile devices become more prevalent, according to a study released on Monday by McAfee Avert Labs.

• F-Secure: Low threat from mobile malware

  The threats from mobile malicious software are not particularly high--and are around 20 years behind those plaguing PCs now, according to a security company chief.

• Users threaten mobile phone security, not malware

  Users are the weakest link when it comes to protecting information systems because of social engineering, which relies on the manipulation of people rather than machines.

• Operators warned: mobile virus threat increasing

  Mobile operators are being warned to take security more seriously as the rise of the mobile internet and richer data services creates new security challenges and raises the spectre of mobile malware.

Blogs (7)

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  OS X security record threatened by iPhone?

  If the iPhone does as expected and takes a decent chunk of the growing smartphone market then the overall penetration of OS X will skyrocket and attract some serious attention from malware writers.

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  BlackBerry ... not as safe as you thought?

  Discerning thumbs for BlackBerry users are essential to keep away a new threat which can compromise the security of the popular smartphone. Well that's according to Research In Motion's (RIM) Ian Robertson, senior manager of security and research.

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  Sydney is far too unsafe for President Bush

  If Sydney is so unsafe that during his visit, the US president has to be followed around by a huge black helicopter that blocks mobile phone signals, I think he should stay at home and use video conferencing instead.

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  Beijing Olympics? Paranoia will protect your data

  If you're heading to the Beijing Olympics to cut deals, schmooze and booze, don't leave your laptop and mobile with your hosts for a second and watch your gadgets very, very carefully. Of course, it might cost you a deal because you're acting weird, but your data will be safe.

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  Greedy Apple users will trust anyone

  A "jailbreak" Web site created earlier this week is already attracting hordes of iPhone and iPod Touch users who want to free their devices from the digital shackles attached by Jobs and co.

Features and Case Studies (17)

• The 10 most important things to teach your users

  Your users don't need an encyclopedic knowledge of how their computers work or how your network is configured -- but they may need a little technical enlightenment here and there. This list includes some of the basics that will help them (and you) work more effectively.

• Superguide: the death of 'trusted' Web sites?

  The explosion in drive-by download attacks continues to grow. How has the situation got so dangerous? Are there any "trusted" Web sites left?

• 2007: How was it for security?

  Security researchers worked overtime in 2007, which turned out to be a nightmare for software vendors from day one.

• The secure Mac: myth or legend?

  Apple computers have built a solid reputation on being virus-free, but is the reality different from the image?

• 10 mobile trends: Should you care?

  silicon.com's Jo Best looks at 10 oft-debated areas in mobile and wireless and asks a simple question: how much should you care over the next 12 months?

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  Smart phones open new opportunities for cybercrime

  As more applications are built for smart phones, security experts predict professional criminals will turn their attention to mobile malware. ZDNet talks with F-Secure's senior security expert, Patrik Runald about improvements to mobile phone security as a result of past mistakes.

Reviews (10)

• The best endpoint security suite is...

  Wondering which endpoint security suite keeps your clients the most protected? Enex TestLab racks them all up and puts them through their paces.

• Cisco 891 ISR

  A great little all-in-one network connectivity and security device that offers good value for money and is perfect for a small office or branch/regional office deployment. You would be hard pressed to pass by the 890 family of ISR devices from Cisco.

• Trend Micro Internet Security Pro 2010

  Trend Micro Internet Security Pro's broad feature set combined with its look and feel make it a serious contender, but questionable efficacy and middling performance mean it's a program we're not recommending for this year.

• Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010

  Going by older detection and removal numbers, Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware offers competent if basic security protection. However, so do many free competitors. This year, we recommend giving Trend Micro AntiVirus plus AntiSpyware 2010 a pass.

• Microsoft Windows 7 (Professional)

  Windows 7 looks like the operating system that we've all been waiting for. Despite its imperfections, it shows a lot of promise for the future while presenting a stable platform that can compete comfortably with OS X.

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