THREATS TO COMPUTER NETWORKS ARISING FROM EMPLOYEES USING PERSONAL MOBILE DEVICES

Abstract

This article discusses possible threats to computer networks arising from employees
using personal mobile devices by that are not sufficiently secured. We look at the situation in
small and medium-sized organizations with limited financial, technical and personnel
resources.
We aim at a basic analysis of the most commonly used devices, their operating
software and the resulting susceptibility to "infection."
The main types of security threats that are connected with the use of employees’ own
mobile devices within the corporate network are discussed.
We point to security options that are adequate in terms of financial, staffing and user
friendliness. We cite examples of possible impacts of mobile devices viruses.