Managing Electronic Transactions Through Mobile Devices

The CSO or CIO should establish policies as to what data is allowed to be stored on mobile devices, what level of protection is required, and what access to internal systems various mobile devices can have. Regularly, these policies are part of the overall data management and access management policies. The network administrator and IT manager usually decide on which tools to use to ensure that password, virtual private network, access control, and malware protection requirements are followed. They may also decide on which types of mobile devices are authorized for use with company data and services. Managers and users are responsible for following these policies. It is tempting for employees to use personal devices with forbidden data and

With the rapid increase in the number of attempted breaches and resulting damages, there is an increased need for user authentication, especially with numerous unknown mobile devices with which consumers are using to access to IT resources.

However mobile devices also represent a significant risk to information security and data security as, if the appropriate security applications and procedures are not applied, they can be a conduit for unauthorized access to the Eastern Widgets’ data and IT infrastructure. This can subsequently lead to data leakage and system infection. Eastern Widgets has a requirement to protect its information assets in order to safeguard its customers, intellectual property and reputation. This policy outlines a set of practices and requirements for the safe use of mobile devices.

Mobile computing is the important information system infrastructure. Organization information system mainly get very good benefits from the Mobile computing. From work place and the normal can interact with Mobile computer is made possible by portable computer hardware, software, communication systems that a non-mobile organization information system. The accessibility, improves information quality, enhance management effectiveness all this potentially strategic technology is getting from Mobile computing. I am presenting the detail analysis, by using elucidate and support these asserted benefits of Mobile computing in the organizations. In additionally, a set of MOBILE framework information developed. I am explaining the benefits like defining the types of problems, opportunities and directives of Mobile computing. I am explaining History and efficiency of mobile computing. And I am explaining its business implications.

| The ever advancing technology of mobile devices have affected almost every aspect of our everyday lives. Mobile devices have made it easier to communicate. With the way mobile devices right now, people are able to multitask and increase effectiveness of their business. Our devices can search, pay for merchandise and connect you to a business conference on the golf course. In today's business world, people are expected to do more in a lesser amount of time, making devices that can handle this type of behavior more of a necessity. Storage of information can be done on portable (flash) drives and taken with you anywhere you go, making it possible to have information at your fingertips without being tied to an office or home computer. You can send emails from your phone or a tablet making the virtual office a place of regular business. Social media has not only impacted our personal lives, but it has definitely invaded the work environment as well. With the use of Facebook

New technology has spurred innovative ways to spend money. As mobile payment systems continually develop, consumer financial and personal information risk exposure. Industry officials state the technology is growing, but security specialists argue growth of will inevitably attract fraud. Smartphone owners must treat their phones as a miniature computer and equip proper anti-virus and malware software. Enacting preventative methods will help thwart security breaches over mobile networks. (Ladendorf, 2013)

Today’s technology-based society is plagued with an over abundance of mobile devices. These devices now control our homes, our transportation, and our

Mobile technology devices are used more today in the office for communicating outside the office. These devices provide the office worker the independence to stay in contact during commutes, to work from home, or to participate in meetings when away from the office. According to research, the most valued qualities of using mobile technology are the functions that the devices provide (Gebauer, 2008).

Many companies in United States and around the world have started to worry about the iPhone usage and how much they are becoming dependent by organizations in order to conduct their business. Landman (2010) stated, “The threat from accidental or malicious misuse by employees is a significant threat to business” (p. 14). For this reason, using an iPhone in the workplace is putting companies on alert because the owner of the iPhone can store volatile information about their place where they work. Any information about the company such as e-mails, photos, and other digital evidence used in the work place could be sent to their competitors and used against the company itself and these are real life dangers in the corporate world.

This case study compares desktop PCs to mobile devices in terms of cyberterrorism. The authors make the conclusion that cybercrimes can be deployed using modern day cellphone through web 2.0 applications. This study solidifies mobile security concerns.

Thesis; Along with the efficiency mobile devices render, come along its risks, in which raises substantial security and privacy concerns. It’s important to be aware of the possible threats a mobile can have, along with knowing what and how to secure information, as well as trying to prevent threats from happening.

According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in the article Cyber Threats to Mobile Phones, phones are now sharing hardware and software similar to a PC and becoming each time more like a PC. Therefore, the risks of being hacked are increasing, allowing hackers to attack mobile devices the same way as if they were doing it with a regular PC. Personal and professional information are more often stored on mobile devices therefore it is imperative to have our data secure. Security solutions for mobile devices are not as broad or high-tech as those for PCs. The majority of mobile security relies on the proper use and smart choices that the user makes on a daily basis to be protected against cyber attacks. Even the most careful person can be attacked but the possibilities of that happening are less when you are proactive.

Mobile computing has infiltrated every area of our planet and personal lives. We have become so dependent upon our mobile devices they are often referred to as our third limb. Regardless of race, color, creed or location, mobile technology has shrunk the entire world into the palm of our hands. Mobile technology has made research, communication with our friends and family, education, entertainment and even banking possible to do on the go.

Mobile computing is technology that has enabled users to obtain internet services while being in a state of constant motion. Conventionally, internet could only be accessed only via Ethernet cable and users had to sit on one place in order to access internet. In this way, there existed no concept of taking work to a trip or connecting to world anytime. With the invention of mobile computing, users can take their work in their hands. One can now get internet service anywhere needed.

Abstract: Smartphones like android are becoming common. Phones are very small in size and hence easy to misplace. Even a small inattention can lead to phone theft and hence information theft. Abusers can use your address lists, account information and various passwords that are stored in your phone. There are many applications that are available to lock your data stored on your