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Tips and tricks for ensuring mobile data security
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Data encryption on-devices and on-the-go
Strong and appropriate mobile data encryption can help users and IT keep sensitive corporate data from leaking. You'll need encryption techniques for data at rest and data in transit. Read Now
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Mobile data security and compliance roadblocks
The number of consumer device types in the enterprise makes ensuring mobile data security and compliance difficult. To meet these challenges, IT needs to take steps such as defining a data classification policy and investing in MDM tools. Read Now
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Ways to improve mobile data security
In addition to MDM and mobile application management software, other actions that can keep data safe include requiring passwords, encrypting stored data and using remote wipe on lost or stolen devices. Read Now
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Using a security strategy to protect the network
A mobile data security strategy that includes impact assessment and device discovery can help you protect the corporate network from some of the risks associated with mobile devices. Read Now
Editor's note
With so many consumer devices accessing enterprise networks, mobile data security has become a top concern in the enterprise.
As an IT administrator, you have many tools at your disposal to secure corporate data, but you'll also need help from users. You could use mobile device management systems to require passcodes and remotely wipe devices when necessary, for example, plus make sure users are educated on how to keep data safe. Some employees might not know about or understand all the security tools that are built into their devices. They also might be unaware of the risks associated with downloading applications.
Check out these tips on mobile data security to learn more about the risks that smartphones and tablets pose to corporate data, what tools you can use to mitigate them and how users can help.
1Apple security
Apple has a fairly strong reputation for security, but it's still possible for iPhones and iPads to get malware and then infect the enterprise. There are ways that hackers can get past the security features available on the devices. Some users don't even have features such as passcodes and FindMyiPhone enabled, which makes it even easier for data thieves to get the corporate information they want. Find out how Apple has improved security over the years, how your company's data could still leak and what -- if anything -- you can do about it.
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How an iOS virus can infect the enterprise
Workers may not need virus protection for their Apple devices, but if you let them connect their iPhones and iPads to the corporate network, iOS devices can still wreak havoc. Read Now
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Addressing enterprise iPhone security issues
Apple iPhones have some cracks in their armor, but you can use Exchange ActiveSync, virtual private networks and end-user training to help shore up the devices. Read Now
2Android security
Compared with Apple, some people think Android gets low marks for security. It's true that Google Play has been host to some malware issues in the past, but Google has added some new security features to the marketplace and the Android operating system. There are also ways that IT can help users keep corporate data safe, such as encouraging workers to use common-sense downloading practices.
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How to improve Android tablet security
Using the built-in security features on Android tablets isn't enough. Consider third-party security applications to bolster security and fight viruses. Read Now
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Android security issues
Android security issues, especially those associated with applications, can prevent companies from allowing employees to use Android devices for work. But new versions of the OS address some of the risks. Read Now
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How to tell secure Android apps from malware
Encourage users to check the feedback on applications in the Google Play store before they download new apps, and make sure they know the risks associated with sideloading applications that aren't from a trusted marketplace. Read Now