GEC NEWS WIREMobile security issues are growing in both volume and importance, even though Apple and Google constantly add security features. Thus, according to Gartner Market Guide for Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) 2018, nearly one out of five business and industry apps leaks personally identifiable information while every year, 42 million mobile malware attacks take place. Gartner predicts that “by 2020, 30% of organizations will have MTD in place, an increase from less than 10% in 2018”.
To address customer challenges related to mobile endpoint security, ‘Spire Solutions, has signed a partnership agreement with Lookout. Through continuous conditional access, Lookout enables enterprises to constantly assess device health and allow employees to authenticate to corporate resources over any network.
For the second year in a row, IDC MarketScape report recognizes Lookout as a Leader with the size, focus, and expertise to advance innovation in post-perimeter security.
“Mobile threat vectors are particularly dangerous, and we regularly hear news about compromised mobile applications. By partnering with Lookout, we aim to increase awareness of mobile device security in the region, and help customers achieve resilience across their endpoint infrastructure.”, commented Sapan Agarwal, Deputy VP – Product Management, at Spire Solutions.
“Securing data in the post-perimeter world requires organizations to move critical security capabilities to mobile devices so that employees have the ability to browse to any site and download any app without worrying about being tracked or being infected. As we seek to accelerate our growth in the Middle East, partnering with Spire Solutions will enable us to leverage their regional coverage and top-notch technical expertise”, said Bahaa Hudairi, Regional Sales Director META, at Lookout.
