10 Common Mobile Device Security Threats and How To Guard Against Them
It’s impossible to overstate the importance of mobile security in modern business practices. With the increasing reliance on mobile devices to perform a variety of business functions, from accessing sensitive information to conducting transactions, ensuring the security of these devices has become paramount.
Despite the critical need for robust mobile device security, it remains a common oversight among many organizations. This stems from underestimating the sophistication and frequency of mobile security threats.
Cyber threats targeting mobile devices are becoming more advanced, making it essential for businesses to recognize the reality of these threats. Ignoring the potential risks can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, financial loss and damage to an organization’s reputation.
What's the Importance of Mobile Security Threats?
Recent survey insights shed light on the critical importance of mobile security, revealing a stark reality: mobile devices are increasingly becoming the focal point of cyber threats.
The CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report indicates attacks on mobile devices will remain constant year-over-year...
Watch Out: Top 10 Mobile Device Security Risks
- Remote access tools
- Ransomware
- Phishing via email and websites
- Voice phishing (vishing)
- SMS attacks (smishing)
- Compromised apps
- Push buttons
- AI-powered intrusions
- Compromised WiFi
- Lax patching & password discipline
Remote access tools and ransomware are growing threats...
Phishing, vishing, smishing—users must be educated and protected...
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How Can the Right Managed Services Partner Help?
Choosing the right managed services partner is crucial in safeguarding your mobile endpoints...
WiLine’s managed service, underpinned by CrowdStrike, provides an unparalleled level of protection for mobile devices...
To learn more about managed cybersecurity and mobile endpoint protection or to get started now, contact us.
