News Article
Ted Claypoole Talks Data Security and Cell Phone Apps
August 17, 2010
CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Cell phone applications are plentiful and popular. But users need to be careful that downloading apps doesn’t jeopardize their private personal information.
Some tech-savvy criminals are using these apps to tap into personal records. For example, an app for the hot new Droid phone secretly reveals the user’s exact location. A different app
WBTV News recently interviewed Womble Carlyle attorney Ted Claypoole about the data security dangers of cell phones, PDAs and other handheld devices.
"The prohibition era thief Willie Sutton said he robbed the banks because that's where the money was and it's the same thing now. This is where your money is, banking online, from your handheld device," Claypoole told the television station.
Ted Claypoole focuses his practice on information security, privacy, consumer data treatment and contingency planning matters. He leads data breach incident response teams in the financial, information processing, retail and software industries. A frequent author and speaker on privacy and data security issues, Claypoole practices in the firm’s Charlotte office.
This document is intended as an informational reminder and does not constitute legal advice. If you have any questions or would like to discuss a particular situation, please contact Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, LLP. The purpose of this article is to provide general information about significant legal developments and should not be construed as legal advice on any specific facts and circumstances.