McCain Campaign Sells Blackberry With Confidential Data A news reporter recently purchased a Blackberry for $20 during a fire sale of McCain campaign equipment. The Blackberry was not wiped before the sale and the reporter was able to access confidential data including emails and contact information. 70% of data breaches reportedly involve laptops, PDAs, and portable media. Security is critical for these kinds of portable technology. This includes secure deletion of information before sale, reuse, or disposal. For information on this incident and security tips, see Computerworld - McCain campaign BlackBerry yields sensitive data and Computerworld - 5 ways to secure your Blackberry. For a more detailed discussion on mobile security, see Law Practice Today : “Securing Your Clients' Data While On the Road” (October 2008).