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Three Ways SMBs Combat Mobile Malware

Three Ways SMBs Combat Mobile Malware

Mobile malware might not have a lot of attention on it, but it can be a significant problem for organizations that rely on smartphones. This goes double for small businesses that typically don’t have the large teams and big budgets for their mobile strategies that include devices, data and phone plans, and security controls. Today, we’ll look at mobile malware and how an organization with a limited budget can keep it from impacting its business.

Mobile malware is malicious software designed to infect smartphones and tablets.  As more employees rely on their mobile devices for work-related tasks, the risk of malware attacks increases. These attacks can lead to data breaches, financial losses, and damage a company's reputation. Let’s go through three things the average small business can do to keep mobile devices secure. 

Prioritize Education

The best thing any organization can do is to educate their employees about the common pitfalls that they will encounter. Train them on how mobile malware is spread and the best way to avoid it. The best tip to properly educate your staff is to have them verify any correspondence that they receive. Phishing attacks come at users from all types of directions and if they are to click on links or attachments that have malicious code attached, they could put your business’ network at risk. 

Implement Strong Security

You will want to make sure that the mobile devices that access your business’ network are equipped with the latest security updates. You’ll want to ensure that your users create strong, unique passwords for all accounts and enable features like biometric authentication (e.g., fingerprint or facial recognition) for added security. By implementing a mobile device management (MDM) solution to monitor and control device usage and enforce security policies, you gain the upper hand against any mobile malware.

Revisit and Update Mobile Policies

As new vulnerabilities are discovered and attack methods change, it's important to assess your existing policies and make necessary adjustments. Consider factors such as the types of mobile devices used by your employees, the sensitivity of the data handled on these devices, and the latest innovations in mobile security. By staying up-to-date with your mobile security policies, you can better protect your business from the risks associated with mobile malware and other cyberthreats.

At Voyage Technology, our team of IT professionals can help you get the tools you need to make mobile devices work for your business. Give us a call today at 800.618.9844 to learn more.

 

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