USB sticks on pubic computers security



Hello list!

After the disclosure of program that can copy an usb stick after you
insert it I have some toughts..
What is the best way for protection agains such attacks? Let say if
you need to plug an usb device into an computer that you dont know for
sure is clean.
What is the best way for people that wants to use their usb devices
everywhere but dont want the data on it to spread...

In front thanks
Lars

---------------------------------------------------------------------------
This list is sponsored by: Norwich University

EARN A MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION ASSURANCE - ONLINE
The NSA has designated Norwich University a center of Academic Excellence in Information Security. Our program offers unparalleled Infosec management education and the case study affords you unmatched consulting experience. Using interactive e-Learning technology, you can earn this esteemed degree, without disrupting your career or home life.

http://www.msia.norwich.edu/secfocus
---------------------------------------------------------------------------



Relevant Pages

  • Re: Security procedure question
    ... There are USB sticks out there that include fingerprint biometric identifiers. ... EARN A MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION ASSURANCE - ONLINE ... The NSA has designated Norwich University a center of Academic Excellence in Information Security. ...
    (Security-Basics)
  • Re: Firewire in S10
    ... I dont see any mention of firewire on 06/06 mu2 but that doesnt ... I guess that the driver should then be possible to install by hand from ... I never considered performance for USB seriously - I use USB for ... We dont know which box you intend this for.. ...
    (comp.unix.solaris)
  • Re: Firewire in S10
    ... Yes on Open Solaris as I recall or Solaris Express or both.. ... I dont see any mention of firewire on 06/06 mu2 but that doesnt ... I have no complaints about performance on USB. ... We dont know which box you intend this for.. ...
    (comp.unix.solaris)
  • Re: Logs about external devices
    ... know that windows recordsas the recent file the location of the ... Every USB stick has a unique ID (or is supposed to have one according ... Yeah, but, I dont care if it saves the serial number of the device... ...
    (alt.privacy)
  • USB Switchbox solutions, circuit diagram?
    ... dont need the monitor to change, and most kvm have only 2 usb or ps2 ports ... Price wise, it starts to get astronomical once we start talking usb kvms, ... or use one of the 8.99 single channel switch boxes ...
    (uk.comp.homebuilt)