{"id":53725,"date":"2025-02-14T15:21:01","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T07:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yes.my\/docs\/non-knowledgebase\/uncategorized\/guidelines-on-configurations-to-secure-user-equipment-ue-devices\/"},"modified":"2025-02-14T17:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T09:00:32","password":"","slug":"guidelines-on-configurations-to-secure-user-equipment-ue-devices","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.yes.my\/ms\/docs\/faq-ms\/national-5g-security-risk-register-guidelines-ms\/guidelines-on-configurations-to-secure-user-equipment-ue-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Guidelines on Configurations to Secure User Equipment (UE) Devices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">In mobile networks, <strong>User Equipment (UE)<\/strong> refers to the devices that people use to connect to the network. These devices include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Smartphones<\/strong>: Mobile phones used for calls, messaging, and internet access.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Tablets<\/strong>: Portable devices with mobile internet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Laptops with Mobile Connectivity<\/strong>: Laptops that connect to mobile networks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>IoT Devices<\/strong>: Gadgets like smart home devices or wearables that connect to the network.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Modems, Routers, and Hotspots<\/strong>: Devices that provide mobile internet to other devices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">These devices help people stay connected to 4G and 5G networks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Device Passwords<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Ensure that devices have strong passwords or biometric authentication (fingerprint, face recognition) enabled to prevent unauthorized access.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Encryption<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Enable full-device encryption to protect data stored on the device. Both Android and iOS offer built-in encryption features.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>App Permissions<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Review and limit app permissions regularly to ensure apps only have access to the data or features they need to function.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Disable unnecessary app permissions, such as access to the camera, microphone, or location, if they aren\u2019t required.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Security Updates<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Enable automatic updates to ensure the device is always running the latest security patches and bug fixes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Secure Network Usage<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Recommend using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks to encrypt data transmissions and safeguard against eavesdropping.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use to avoid vulnerabilities from unnecessary connections.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Remote Wipe and Lock<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Enable features like remote wipe or lock, which can remotely erase sensitive data in case the device is lost or stolen.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>App Store Downloads<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Only install apps from official app stores (Google Play, Apple App Store) and check reviews, permissions, and ratings before installing any app.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Malware Protection<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Consider installing reputable security software or antivirus programs to scan for potential threats.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In mobile networks, User Equipment (UE) refers to the devices that people use to connect to the network. 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