Mobile Security Home / Mobile Security Mobile security, often referred to as wireless security, involves protecting both personal and business-related information stored on and transmitted from smartphones, tablets, laptops, wearables and other portable devices. It addresses the threats, vulnerabilities and attacks unique to mobile computing.

Mobile security is a component of an overall digital security strategy, which is designed to protect portable devices such as smartphones and tablets against cyber threats. There is an increasing reliance on mobile technology for personal and professional communication as well as data storage. And employees often use these devices within business networks too. So, securing these devices has become more critical than ever for every business, whatever its size or maturity level.

A lack of robust mobile security could expose businesses—both employers and employees—to a wide range of risks, including data theft and financial losses. Hence, understanding and implementing mobile security best practices is indispensable for every business.

Mobile security covers multiple aspects such as:

Data protection: Preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information on a device such as personal details, photos, banking data and business emails.

Access control: Implementing authentication measures such as passwords, biometrics or two-factor authentication to restrict access to the device and its data1.

Application security: Ensuring that applications on the device are secure and do not pose a risk to the device’s data.

Network security: Securing the network connections (like Wi-Fi or cellular networks) the device connects to, preventing eavesdropping or spoofing attacks.

Physical security: Preventing physical theft of the device, and securing the device if it falls into the wrong hands.