[Nolug] Security & Cell Phones

From: John Souvestre <johns_at_sstar.com>
Date: Thu, 23 Jun 2011 20:40:50 -0500
Message-ID: <001101cc320f$c30ed850$492c88f0$@sstar.com>

Hi all.

 

I know that this isn't Linux related, but I'm hoping I can sneak a quick
question in.

 

When using a cell phone are voice calls encrypted? I'm sure that the
carrier can listen to them, but how about John Q Public with the right RF
equipment?

 

How about the data sent by a tethered computer?

 

Finally, how about a smart phone doing email using just plain POP? Could
someone see a plaintext POP login password?

 

Thanks!

 

John

    John Souvestre - New Orleans LA - (504) 454-0899

 

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