Security

As applications and data transfer become more sophisticated, security across wireless networks has become increasingly important for all members of the mobile community, be they Content Providers, consumers, or carriers. Get critical information to help your application conform to AT&T's security policies.

Code Signing

Currently, all Java applications should be minimally signed with a trusted third party certificate to enhance the customer experience and to identify an application's source. Learn about AT&T-defined security levels and how to get your application signed with a third party certificate. Note: Developers must have an existing business relationship with AT&T before pursuing AT&T Signed status for their applications; contact your AT&T business manager for more information.

Signing Policy for Mobile Applications

Java Signing Specification

Network

Learn about authentication and encryption tools. Get best practices for handling connections over the different network technologies for end-to-end networking security.

Network Security

Security Implications for Protocols and Technologies

Authentication and Encryption

Securing Communication Channels

Mobile developers face several choices in securing the communications channels between devices and remote systems. Learn some general approaches to communications security for mobile applications, as well as the security options available when programming for different mobile platforms, including Windows Mobile, RIM BlackBerry, and Java ME.