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“Mobile Devices: The Soft Underbelly of Enterprise Security”
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BYOD Expands the Attack Surface Exponentially
Personal phones access corporate email, chat, and files — often without MDM. Security teams lose visibility, while attackers gain endpoints that bypass protections.
Mobile Apps Leak More Than You Think
Many apps harvest contacts, location, clipboard content, or internal network data. Employees unknowingly expose company info through games, utilities, or even flashlights.
SMS and Voice Phishing Are on the Rise
Smishing and vishing now rival email-based attacks. Employees trust texts and calls more than emails — making them prime targets for credential theft or wire fraud.
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Jailbroken or Rooted Devices Hide Malware
Root access disables protections and enables persistent malware. These devices evade detection, harvest data, and act as long-term implants inside your org.
Mobile Device Management Isn’t Enough Alone
MDM can enforce baseline policies, but can’t detect sideloaded apps, malware via browser, or rogue Bluetooth connections. It's a start — not a solution.
Phones Are Now the Primary Work Device for Many
Executives and sales teams often run their business from their phones. If your mobile security strategy is weak, your company’s leadership layer is wide open.
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