More and more mobile devices are conquering companies and confronting IT managers with new security challenges. It is important to secure the devices at any time and in any place so that unauthorized persons do not gain access to the data stored there. So it is not surprising that the market for mobile security measures is growing steadily. What we're expecting in the coming months in terms of mobile security and special mobile malware, we asked the Intel security expert from Intel Security Raj Samani .
How much must companies be really worried about mobile malware in 2015/16?
"Mobile malware is a growing threat, and McAfee Lab researchers have confirmed that the number of new mobile malware has increased 49 percent from the fourth quarter of 2014 to the first quarter of 2015. Although the mobile malware threat is not nearly as high, As with traditional malware, threat scenarios are constantly changing, and our dependence on mobile devices is increasing, which also increases the focus of cyber criminals who are increasingly attacking mobile platforms. "
To what extent is the fight against mobile malware influencing corporate affairs?
"Fighting every type of malware or IT risk needs to strike a balance between usability and security - no organization can completely eliminate all risks - the challenge of managing information security is figuring out how to achieve that delicate balance make sure their actions do not end up hindering productivity and collaboration, we can not completely eliminate risks, but we can identify the extent of risks and adjust security measures accordingly. "
Mobile device malware is largely classified as "adware" and the like, which is more annoying than dangerous. Should security professionals pay attention to this type of malware?
"Describing mobile malware as a lower-impact malware is laughable, even though adware is initially just a big nuisance to the user, the fact is, mobile malware can mean much bigger threats that have a real impact on the business behind mobile malware There is a whole range of criminals: from those who steal your contact information from their phone to those who intercept their mobile banking authentication mTAN ( mTAN ) in online banking, and those responsible for security must be serious about mobile malware: mobile attacks continue to grow increase as the proliferation of mobile technologies increases the attack surface. "
Which security measures should companies focus on today?
"Security managers need to look at the big picture, identify and address risks to keep business data secure, there is not one goal, one solution to every security problem, every threat and every organization is different, good risk management A corporate data system helps IT identify risks and IT can then create a custom security network. "
How likely is it for a company to feel the negative impact of mobile malware?
"In many companies this is true already. The app BatteryBot masquerades example, as a free version of a legitimate app. Once it has been downloaded, the malware to bomb the victim with pop-up advertising starts and sent paid SMS messages . It also invites more So malicious packages descend deeply into the victim's device-companies need resources to clean their infected devices, find out what's been stolen, and many malicious apps monitor the user and record their location, the language , the available memory and much more. On most BYODDevices store critical data and are delivered from there. Cybercriminals who are tapping data here are a real risk. "
Is there a simple way to prevent mobile malware? If so, what action can IT take without firing cannons on sparrows?
"Nowadays, criminals are investing considerable sums of money to bypass traditional security controls with innovative attack methods, and malware for mobile devices is no different, facing the challenge of making some threats easier to discover than others, it is essential, at least a basic measure Good anti-virus programs, appropriate BYOD rules, encryption and employee training on the importance of mobile updates, and the dangers of free Wi-Fi connections are important steps in keeping mobile malware in check. "
Should IT also take measures to prevent its dissemination within the company?
"It's important that IT teams try it, and many of the most successful infections have been so painful in the past because of their rapid spread - do you remember old-school viruses like Blaster?" In 2003, Blaster had four days left surfacing the Internet had infected more than 423,000 systems, the threat landscape is changing over time, and advanced malware can spread at astonishing rates, so if IT can isolate an infected system, it can clean it up, and IT's capacity is usually limited. Cleaning all mobile devices would have serious consequences for the company. "
What dangers threaten if you ignore malware?
The loss of data and intellectual property can leave both short-term and long-term noticeable consequences, one way or the other, attacks on IP and customer data can cost a lot of money. "The hacker attack against Ashley Madison , the An example of this is the recent public announcement that hackers have threatened to divulge the personal information of millions of customers, so this year's page is unlikely to go public as planned Mobile malware is a real threat Criminals have Apart from the equipment we always carry with us, this danger can not and should not be ignored. "
