Mobile devices are becoming more routine in day-to-day business. This means you need to make employee mobile device security a priority. Advancements in telephone technology have made the phone more than just a way to transmit sound. Smartphones account for more and more web traffic every year, making them prime targets for cybercriminals and cyber attacks. To ensure your business is safe, it’s time to implement a mobile device security strategy today.
Just like a desktop computer, mobile device security will require installing a mobile antivirus solution. These applications will work along with Play Protect, a safeguard that Google developed to detect and mitigate malicious applications and updates. Play Protect scans all applications in the Play Store when they are first added and when they are downloaded on a compatible device. The idea is that it protects again malware and other threats making their way to a person’s mobile device. While a great idea, Play Protect isn’t all that effective.
Compared to average real-time malware detection rates, Play Protect is far behind. Average real-time malware detection rates are around 94.8 percent, with four-week rates rising to 96.9. Play Protect’s real-time rate sits at 48.5 percent. After four weeks the rate increases to 66.3. These numbers alone should show why it’s crucial to take mobile device security in your business seriously.
When it comes to mobile device security, it doesn’t hurt to have a little backup. There are many antivirus applications available to protect your mobile devices better. Many of them are available for free and offer above-average detection rates. These apps deliver the same services of a complete mobile security suite. And many provide the same solutions that Google Play Protect is intended to provide. With all free apps, you need to take careful consideration before installing them. Make sure to have your IT specialist sign off before installing any of the apps you are considering.
A lot of the antivirus applications available, like Avast Mobile Security and McAfee Mobile Security, are free by being supported by ads. While it doesn’t affect the performance, ads can be a turn-off for some users. On the other hand, Norton Security Antivirus gives users a remote locking feature, but not the ability to block malicious websites. Take time to research the antivirus application you want to install on your mobile devices.
Along with applications to keep your mobile devices secure, you need to implement a strategy to keep your Wi-Fi network secure too.
As a business owner, keeping your network and employees secure is of utmost importance. Having a mobile device security strategy is a great first step in achieving this goal. IT Support Guys has the experience to identify and implement security measures your business needs. This includes your mobile devices. Click here to learn more about our network security solutions or speak with an IT specialist today at 855-4IT-GUYS (855-448-4897).
