Smart devices, mobile phones and tablets are becoming the control hub for the myriad of connected devices and the Internet of Things (IoT) – as are bring-your-own-device (BYOD) policies in many organizations today. But this is creating unique and heightened security risks for IT professionals, such as higher exposure to data breaches, malware and compliance violations. BYOD is no longer an industry trend; it’s a fact of life for enterprise-wide operations and the IT organizations that must support them.
This white paper reviews the seven biggest challenges in mobile authentication security and outlines how to address them using best-in-class solutions which protect data and prevent attacks:
- Authenticating user devices
- Provisioning user devices
- Safeguarding user credentials
- Ensuring secure communications
- Blocking real-time attacks
- Streamlining authentication lifecycle management
- Preventing brute force attacks
