Mobile devices.
WHY THEY MATTER
A phone holds your email, your authentication codes, and frequently your business accounts.
It is one of the most valuable devices you own, in security terms.
WHAT TO DO
A screen lock, always Updates applied Encryption, which most modern phones apply by default Remote wipe enabled
THE REMOTE WIPE POINT
Set it up before you need it.
WHAT TO BE CAREFUL WITH
Applications from outside official stores Applications requesting permissions unrelated to their function Links in messages
THE PERMISSIONS POINT
Review what each application can access.
A simple utility requesting your contacts and location is worth questioning.
WHAT NOT TO DO
Modify the device to bypass its protections Use a phone no longer receiving updates for business accounts
WHAT TO REVIEW
Installed applications, periodically.
WHAT TO DO IF IT IS LOST
Wipe it remotely Change passwords for accounts it accessed Reset any authentication it held
