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Navigating Security Threats in a Mobile World
As a business decision maker (BDM), you know you need to protect your company in a rapidly evolving mobile ecosystem.
However, threats are not always obvious. We've identified potential security breaches, why you should care, and how technical decision makers (TDM) can help solve them.
Select a hotspot, and let's get started.
Your employees are using their personal devices at work, which puts your company information at risk.
Fact
Large enterprise companies (25,000+ employees) have 2.5x the risk of encountering web malware than smaller companies.*
Opportunity
BDMs need to team up with TDMs to implement the proper corporate policy, workforce education, and mobility technologies for a secure yet optimal employee experience.
BDM
Protecting your data is crucial—but so is finding a cost-effective solution to guard that information. To be effective, security solutions can't get in the way of your employees' productivity.
*Results from the Cisco Connected World—International Mobile Security survey
Two of your executives are using a SaaS platform while working off an unsecure hotel Wi-Fi network nearby.
Fact
SaaS and B2B applications are 15x more likely than pornography to deliver malicious content.*
Opportunity
Your company needs technology that can connect employees seamlessly and securely to their corporate network or applications from anywhere at any time.
BDM
Making sure employees can work from any location is important in helping you attract and retain top talent. Yet, you also have to follow compliance requirements for remote workers.
*Results from Security Without Compromise white paper (Cisco)
Your sales manager is emailing with his wife using a third-party email provider on a company-issued phone, potentially compromising the device.
Fact
Only 3% of spam email has an attachment versus 25% of valid email.*
Opportunity
BDMs need to work with TDMs to introduce and enforce the right corporate policies and technologies. They also need to educate employees about the threats that come from risky behavior.
BDM
These behaviors potentially expose internal communications—jeopardizing your company's competitive edge and reputation.
*Results from the Cisco 2013 Security Report
Your sales representatives are updating account profiles as they prepare for a meeting by accessing real-time sales data on their personal devices.
Fact
According to the Cisco Connected World - International Mobile Security survey, 63% of users download sensitive data on their devices.
Opportunity
Leadership needs to coordinate in finding the best secure remote access solution—keeping sensitive data safe at any price.
BDM
While you want employees to be as productive as possible, you can't afford to put your intellectual property at risk.
Someone in business development has downloaded data without using encryption or setting passwords.
Fact
26% of employees are bolder with their online behavior when using a company-issued device, relying on IT to fix any potential issues. *
Opportunity
Key stakeholders need to make sure automated security solutions are in place to prevent threats before they happen.
BDM
You can't rely on employees to safeguard their information. You need to eliminate irresponsible online behavior that could damage your business' intellectual property and reputation.
*Results from the Cisco Connected World - International Mobile Security survey
A company-issued smartphone was stolen from one of your employees, exposing access to sensitive emails and enterprise passwords.
Fact
In the past year, nearly 50% of people have lost a company-issued PDA/tablet, or someone had stolen it. *
Opportunity
BDMs need to work with TDMs to take advantage of the best secure mobility technology to reduce security risks that come from theft.
BDM
Lost devices can affect customer confidence and lead to legal repercussions. Minimizing the risks associated with loss should be a top priority.
*Results from the Cisco Connected World - International Mobile Security survey