In 2014, it became official: There now are more active mobile devices in the world than people, according to data compiled by GSMA Intelligence and the U.S. Census Bureau.
The rise in mobile devices is not confined to personal use; mobile devices increasingly play an integral role in many business operations. We rely on mobile devices to communicate with clients, frequently using them to exchange sensitive data. Health care professionals use mobile technology when interacting with and treating patients. Countless workplaces expect employees to be available on-demand via mobile devices. Mobile devices transmit, receive and store a treasure trove of valuable data, which, if compromised, can be used by bad actors to steal identities, access bank accounts, file false tax returns, misappropriate trade secrets and more. Safeguarding this sensitive data is important to all businesses, both to ensure client confidence and to comply with a complex patchwork of legal obligations. Therefore, businesses, including law firms and attorneys, must be cognizant of the risks involved in using mobile devices and vigilant about following best practices for mobile data security.
Mobile Data Security Risks
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