The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods PP072: Mobile Device Threat Management
Jul 29, 2025
Akili Akridge, a mobile security expert with a background as a Baltimore beat cop, shares insights on the challenges of mobile device security. He discusses the blurred lines between personal and work devices and the rising threat of advanced malware. Akili highlights the vulnerabilities posed by BYOD trends and emphasizes the need for robust mobile application management. The conversation also covers consumer vigilance against threats like zero-click malware, specifically the Pegasus threat, underscoring the importance of proactive security measures.
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Mobile Device Attack Surface
- Mobile devices are rich targets because they're ubiquitous, always on, and connect promiscuously across many channels.
- They hold more personal and corporate data than most other devices, making them a diverse attack surface.
BYOD Risks Unmanaged
- BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) without proper controls exposes organizations to significant risk.
- Personal devices tend to be used more recklessly and lack centralized management and threat response.
Malicious Apps Change Behavior
- Malicious apps often start innocent and shift to malicious behavior after gaining trust.
- Apple’s strict app review struggles to catch all threats, while Google’s open model was initially a Wild West.