Consumer Choice, Apps and Virtualization Present Challenges to Cybersecurity

This morning, CTIA’s Cybersecurity Working Group released, “Today’s Mobile Cybersecurity: Industry Megatrends & Consumers,” its third white paper, which explores how mobile cybersecurity is affected when consumers have more choices, especially considering apps, and companies move their business online.

The three megatrends explored in the white paper are:

• Mobile – The wireless ecosystem has exploded over the last decade with new players, device and services. With more ground to cover, the industry continues to invest in innovative solutions to protect its customers from evolving cyberthreats.
• Consumers & Apps – Wireless devices and services have put more control in the hands of the consumer. From personal information to actual device, the industry provides services and educational information to help consumers protect themselves.
• Virtualization – With greater efficiency and ability, comes more demand. The virtualization of data and services has brought more flexibility and opportunities as well as more security threats. Through cooperative efforts, the industry has developed strong safeguards and defenses against attacks.

The second white paper, “Today’s Mobile Cybersecurity: Blueprint for the Future”  and the first white paper, “Today’s Mobile Cybersecurity: Protected, Secured and Unified”  are also available.