Mobile Phone Security Guidelines
 The cellular phone industry has undoubtedly brought substantial benefits
to the societies around the world, but has also generated opportunities
for criminal activities. As the cellphone market continues to expand
rapidly, so theft and fraud are expected to follow suit.
Very disturbing is the fact that cellphone theft is becoming more violent
with cases of assault and even murder occurring more frequently. It is
observed in some part of the world cellphone owners have been
cold-bloodedly murdered by cellphone robbers.
Cellphone crimes involved not only the theft of the unit but also theft in
airtime and other fraud related activities including cloning of the
subscribers mobile numbers.
In this topic we will provide you with some tips and guidelines to
properly used your cellphone safely.
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INTRODUCTION |
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Cell phones are more vulnerable than regular phones due to two
dangers:
1. eavesdroppers can listen in on your calls, and
2. thieves can bill their own calls to your account.
Eavesdropping: Anything you say on an analog cell phone can be
easily overheard by someone using a scanner. Digital cell phone
transmissions are scrambled for better protection, but eavesdroppers
with the right equipment may be able to unscramble them.
The best protection? Be aware of what you discuss on your cell
phone. Remember that it acts as a handheld broadcast station. Don't
give out your credit card number or other sensitive or confidential
information; don't say anything you wouldn't say on broadcast radio
or TV.
Proceed to:
[ Ways to Secure Your
Mobile Phone ]
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