Research In Motion's BlackBerry OS is the OS that is highly reliable and secure and very difficult on the wear of the virus. Some degree, according to TrendMicro, has spread a new virus attack that target to BlackBerry SMS feature

The ZeuS malware specifically targeting the BlackBerry OS is currently detected as BBOS_ZITMO.B. Just like its desktop counterpart, this ZeuS variant does not display any graphical user interface (GUI) that can prompt users about the infection. Instead, it removes itself from the list of applications, in order to effectively stay under the radar.”

Once the ZeuS trojan has been successfully installed it sends a confirmation notice to the administrator that it is ready for more commands, as shown by the image above. BBOS_ZITMO.B also lets the admin change it’s forwarding number using SMS virus, in the event the original number were to get tracked and deleted.

Zeus Trojan SMS Virus
According to the analysis, Zeus Trojan virus can do:

• Display SMS: Unmonitored SMS will be treated as a normal SMS and will be displayed on the phone.
• Delete/Drop SMS: SMS from hacker will not be seen by the user.
• Forward SMS: Send SMS to hacker without the user’s knowledge.
• Block Calls
• Remove Block Calls
• Set Administrator: Register a new administrator.
• On/Off
• Add Sender
• Remove Sender
• Set Sender
• Block/Unblock Phone Numbers

Although the virus has not spread widely, the possibility of Zeus Trojan to BlackBerry devices can still occur.

Protect Your BlackBerry from Viruses

There has been no explanation of how the virus can get into the BlackBerry Device possibility is that of crack downloads available online. To maintain the security of your BlackBerry Smartphones:

1. Be careful if you download the leaked softwares or applications that are not authorized or that it is not clear from the web online / Download links are not clear. Do not Download the application with no apparent source, including free apps / crack Applications / unofficial apps are not officially from the source / developer.
2. Download free anti-virus applications Lookout for BlackBerry

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LookOut Security for BlackBerry for Recovery / Locate Lost Device, Backup and Anti-Virus

Softwares functions as antivirus, backup and find solutions for our device if lost.

According to RIM there are no viruses that can attack the BlackBerry as well as an antivirus application that can be installed to the BlackBerry because the file size is too large, including updating virus definitions.

But we do try to run a virus scan turned out to be scanned, stored in the server definitions. View screen capture

We did test the locate / search BlackBerry failed several times but eventually also successfully locate! And it turned out pretty accurate! Also, search results will be sent an email to your registered email. You also can make your BlackBerry Scream! Ring after the locate and delete also delete all data on your BlackBerry via login from the desktop.

If the backup feature does work, However you should be aware that your data will be backed up on the server My LookOut.

Although this application is still in Beta stage, quite useful for the detection of the BlackBerry you if lost!

More about LookOut for BlackBerry:

Anti-Virus
Run a virus scan on your system to quickly find malicious files.


Data Backup
Backup and access your pictures and contacts from any web browser. Restore them to a your device without any hassles.


Missing Device
Locate your device remotely from any web browser. Set off a siren to help you find a lost device. If your phone can’t be found, delete your data remotely.

Download Anti Virus Lookout Mobile Security for BlackBerry

• Download via website Lookout
• Download OTA
• Download via BlackBerry AppWorld

After the download you need to register for free to use these applications. However the till when the locate service remains free devices has not been clarified because this application is still beta stage.

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Features of OS6 BlackBerry Operating System Leaked

BBleaks leak the information about OS6 who will come later this year:

• Graphical context menu in tables list and tabs. The long context menu has ended Unified search framework included in 3rd party app data Multiple contact list Message list enhancements (displaying pushed 3rd party app data)
• Wifi lBS supports, reverse geo coding (geo to zip) travel time service within Canada and USA OS6 SDK in first half of 2010
• Toolbox: trackpad support for swipe gestures. This should bring flick scrolling to track-pad devices. Will be system wide, even including apps.
• Barcode 1D/2D scanning support Auto-Focus enhancements.
• Camera lens and Auto-Focus are now separate.
• Webkit browser integrated with tab browsing

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Type a BlackBerry that can use OS6 which will be released Q3 2010 (July-Sep)


We can BBLeaks about the types of information from the BlackBerry that could use OS6 / Blackberry os 6 at the moment is the release by RIM later this year.

This information is important for the longer plans to buy a BlackBerry and want to use the latest OS6.

OS 6 Ready BlackBerry Devices:

All new BlackBerry devices which will be released like a clamshell 9670, Slider Storm (9800?), and Storm3 will be released with OS 6.0.

Kepler's Atlas of 8980 and 9300 may still be released with OS 5.0.

Types of BlackBerry "old" already on the market that are ready to install OS6:

• Bold 9650
• Pearl 9100, 9105
• Bold 9700
• Storm2 9520, 9550

It is said that RIM's CEO announced that OS6 will release third quarter 2010 which began in July 2010 but no date specified.

Most likely an official OS 6.0 will be released along with the BlackBerry Handheld Slider (I think when OS 5.0 was released with 9700.)

So, if you plan to purchase or upgrade your BlackBerry handled, maybe you need to consider the type of BlackBerry that can support OS6 (OS6 ready / supported)

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There are many tips to make your Blackberry battery long Power  ON and long live battery.

Charging

• Charge BlackBerry® smartphone as much as possible
• Use wall chargers as the preferred charging method

Media

• Reduce volume
• Use headphones
• Load media using the BlackBerry® Desktop Manager (Avoids resizing)
• Turn off equalizer settings (Media – Options)

Browsing

• Visit mobile sites where applicable
• Turn Repeat Animations to a lower setting (Browser – Options – General Properties)
• Close browser when finished using (close with ESC key, not red End key)

Screen/Keyboard

• Reduce Backlight Timeout (Options – Screen/Keyboard)
• Reduce Backlight Brightness (Options – Screen/Keyboard)
• Holster smartphone (turns off LCD automatically)
• Set Audible Roll to mute (Options – Screen/Keyboard)
• Key Tone Off (Options – Screen/Keyboard)
• Use a sleeve when storing the smartphone in a pocket

Network Connections

• Turn off unused connections when not in use, i.e. GPS, Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®
• Use Auto On/Off
• Use single mode only (1XEV, 2G only, 3G only)

Shortcuts

• Use shortcuts instead of activating Java® menus (Browser – Options – Browser Configuration)

Camera

• Turn off flash (Camera – Options)
• Set picture size to Small (Camera – Options)
• Set Color Effect to Normal (Camera – Options)
• Set Picture Quality to Normal (Camera – Options)

Applications

• When exiting, be sure to close the app, not leave it running in the background (close with ESC key, not red End key)
• Log out of third-party applications when they are not needed (Instant Messaging, etc.)

Indicators

• Set Audible notification to Off (Profiles)
• Turn off coverage LED (Profiles)

GPS

• Use the zoom out function to get the largest viewable area that you can still use usefully

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Co-CEO Mike Lazaridis of RIM launches BlackBerry 9800 with BlackBerry OS6 Torch and also announced that the BlackBerry OS6 will be available for some types of other popular handhelds, including BlackBerry ® Pearl ™ 9100 3G, BlackBerry ® Bold ™ 9650 and BlackBerry ® Bold ™ 9700!

Finally, an official statement from RIM BlackBerry OS6 that will be available for some types of other BlackBerry:

“BlackBerry 6 is scheduled to be first introduced to the market with the BlackBerry Torch on August 12, but I know many of you are also wondering about support for existing BlackBerry smartphones. I am happy to report that BlackBerry 6 will be available in the months ahead (pending carrier certifications) on some of our leading smartphones, including the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 3G 9100, BlackBerry® Bold™ 9650 and BlackBerry® Bold™ 9700″

Hopefully within the next few months we've been able to make Device Download BlackBerry OS6 mentioned and to the other.

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