Securing Mobile Devices During Holiday Travel

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Securing Mobile Devices During Holiday Travel [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2017/12/05/Securing-Mobile-Devices-During-Holiday-Travel ] 12/05/2017 
04:12 PM EST 
Original release date: December 05, 2017

As the holiday season begins, many people will travel with their mobile devices. Although these devicessuch as smart 
phones, tablets, and laptopsoffer a range of conveniences, users should be mindful of potential threats and 
vulnerabilities while traveling with them.

US-CERT encourages users to review the US-CERT Tips on Holiday Traveling with Personal Internet-Enabled Devices [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST11-001 ] and Cybersecurity for Electronic Devices [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST05-017 ]. The suggested security practices in these tips will help travelers secure 
their portable devices during the holiday season and throughout the year.

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