From 2014 to 2015, tech support scams increased by 200%, according to cybersecurity leader Symantec in their 2016 Internet Security Threat Report. Throwing around scary cybersecurity terms like “malware,” scammers try to frighten victims on the phone and convince them that their computer and personal information are at risk. Acting like an expert from a trusted organization, the caller then persuades the victim to download an application or visit a site to resolve the issue, actually delivering ransomware to the unaware victim’s computer. Here’s an example of a tech support scam I recently experienced during the workday (and how I gracefully handled it). About 10 minutes before our all-hands team call ends, I get a phone call from “private number.” I never know who these callers are. I’m always worried that it is some relative of a Nigerian prince needing to borrow thousands of dollars so I can become really, really wealthy and rent the red Porsche that the car rental company keeps wanting me to drive when I come to the VMware AirWatch office in Atlanta. The gentlemen on the other end of the phone identifies himself as Smith Hamilton from the Network Security Department. He tells me that there […]
According to IDC research, 53% of retailers report that mobile is a top priority. Forty-five percent implement mobile capabilities, and 33% are actively working on more than two mobility projects. Explore the biggest threats and mobile security trends in retail in the IDC infographic below. In today’s retail market, consumers expect optimal digital experiences. To remain competitive and attract customers, it’s imperative that retailers shape and amplify consumer interactions in transformative ways. Digital transformation via mobility is an essential element in the mix. With mobile initiatives and cyber threats on the rise, data and transactions must be secure. While nearly half of retail organizations are developing internal apps, most businesses fall short of securing the technology. According to the IDC infographic: Nearly 50% of retail organizations have implemented a security solution, but only 1% report security problems as being solved. Enterprise mobile security technology can help reduce the risk of data loss involving employees, contractors and other groups. [Related Podcast: The Real Truth about Mobile Security] The Rise in Mobile Security Threats for Retail Increased vulnerabilities require tighter device-level controls and monitoring. Hackers follow the money. As mobile capabilities become more prevalent, mobile enterprise apps become a bigger target. It is […]
A Rio Olympics mobile travel advisory is in effect. Travelers to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, be on the lookout for free Wi-Fi network scams and malicious apps. Mobile security company Skycure identified fake Wi-Fi networks in Rio and fake Olympics apps that are ready to steal your data. Read about it at Slate. Cybercriminals now want your health records. What’s worth more than stolen credit card information? Stolen social security numbers from health records. In 2015, more than 100 million health records were compromised, and most came from just three attacks, reports The Boston Globe. That’s one reason the healthcare industry, now a huge target for cybercriminals, is embracing a new technology, called the digital workspace. Enterprise-grade security and centralized control over data give healthcare IT a huge advantage to combat the growing threats. Learn more at Computerworld. Could your vote get hacked? Cybersecurity experts warn that ballots submitted electronically in the upcoming presidential election could be tampered with by hackers. Experts say voters can use email and web portals with poor security in the 31 states that allow absentee ballots to be returned online. MIT Technology Review has more details. Big banks are forming a security squad. Last year, […]
A Rio Olympics mobile travel advisory is in effect. Travelers to the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, be on the lookout for free Wi-Fi network scams and malicious apps. Mobile security company Skycure identified fake Wi-Fi networks in Rio and fake Olympics apps that are ready to steal your data. Read about it at Slate. Cybercriminals now want your health records. What’s worth more than stolen credit card information? Stolen social security numbers from health records. In 2015, more than 100 million health records were compromised, and most came from just three attacks, reports The Boston Globe. That’s one reason the healthcare industry, now a huge target for cybercriminals, is embracing a new technology, called the digital workspace. Enterprise-grade security and centralized control over data give healthcare IT a huge advantage to combat the growing threats. Learn more at Computerworld. Could your vote get hacked? Cybersecurity experts warn that ballots submitted electronically in the upcoming presidential election could be tampered with by hackers. Experts say voters can use email and web portals with poor security in the 31 states that allow absentee ballots to be returned online. MIT Technology Review has more details. Big banks are forming a security squad. Last year, […]
There are so many awesome reasons to join us Oct. 2-6 at Connect Atlanta 2016. Mobile experts will dive into the biggest trends facing business mobility—Windows 10, Internet of Things, unified endpoint management, bring-your-own-everything (BYO) and so much more. Connect Atlanta, brought to you by VMware AirWatch and our incredible partners, has become one of the world’s premier events for business mobility and the digital workspace. But don’t just take our word for it. Watch the video below to hear why enterprise mobility experts like you love Connect Atlanta—and why they keep coming back, year after year. Don’t wait! Use code SOCIAL10 to claim your exclusive discount to Connect Atlanta today. Click here to get started. Because you liked this blog: Connect Atlanta Registration Is Open! Claim Your Ticket Today Infographic: 10 Reasons to Attend Connect Atlanta 2016 10 of Our Favorite AirWatch Connect Atlanta Memories over the Years Source: AirWatch Blog
Customers demand more from financial services these days, especially now that software-based financial technology (fintech) providers offer digital alternatives. Digital disruption is forcing banks and other financial services towards one solution: digital transformation. Learn how in the newest infographic below from VMware AirWatch, “Banking on Digital Transformation.” Customers Care Less About Traditional Financial Services The results of a Gallup Panel revealed that customers are decreasingly engaged with (or in other words, emotionally connected to) their primary bank. Fully engaged customers bring in 37% more annual revenue, but according to the results: Only 33% of Baby Boomers are fully engaged with their primary bank, An even smaller 26% of Generation X customers are fully engaged and Just 23% of Millennials are fully engaged. The least engaged generation, Millennials, just so happen to have the highest share of wallet with their primary bank, according to Gallup: Baby Boomers: 61% Generation X: 64% Millennials: 69% In fact, 1-in-3 Millennials could switch banks in the next 90 days, and 33% of Millennials expect banks will be unnecessary in five years, according to the Millennial Disruption Index! About 73% of Millennials are more excited about fintech products than traditional bank services. About 2-out-of-3 customers worldwide already […]
Customers demand more from financial services these days, especially now that software-based financial technology (fintech) providers offer digital alternatives. Digital disruption is forcing banks and other financial services towards one solution: digital transformation. Learn how in the newest infographic below from VMware AirWatch, “Banking on Digital Transformation.” Customers Care Less About Traditional Financial Services The results of a Gallup Panel revealed that customers are decreasingly engaged with (or in other words, emotionally connected to) their primary bank. Fully engaged customers bring in 37% more annual revenue, but according to the results: Only 33% of Baby Boomers are fully engaged with their primary bank, An even smaller 26% of Generation X customers are fully engaged and Just 23% of Millennials are fully engaged. The least engaged generation, Millennials, just so happen to have the highest share of wallet with their primary bank, according to Gallup: Baby Boomers: 61% Generation X: 64% Millennials: 69% In fact, 1-in-3 Millennials could switch banks in the next 90 days, and 33% of Millennials expect banks will be unnecessary in five years, according to the Millennial Disruption Index! About 73% of Millennials are more excited about fintech products than traditional bank services. About 2-out-of-3 customers worldwide already […]
Last week, VMware launched a completely new Socialcast user experience, a secure enterprise chat and social collaboration platform that is part of the VMware Workspace ONE suite of productivity apps. Today, we’re talking to Ashka Vakil, a senior product manager for Socialcast, about how the newest updates help workers accomplish more together. [Register for the webinar on Aug. 10: Revealing the Redesigned and Reimagined Socialcast] 1. Chat is a huge part of the redesigned Socialcast experience. Not only can you initiate one-on-one chats with better features, but you can also create chat groups. Why is the focus on enterprise chat for this release? Ashka: Real-time collaboration is critical today. End users expect to work quickly and efficiently. Companies need to accelerate processes for a competitive advantage. Real-time collaboration technology, like enterprise chat solutions, enable today’s always-on, mobile workforce wherever they are. The entire enterprise collaboration market is moving in this direction. 2. What is different from all the other chat apps out there? Ashka: Socialcast isn’t a standalone enterprise chat app. Instead, it integrates chat into team collaboration, project management, file sharing and other capabilities. Additionally, it weaves these functionalities into other critical apps you use for work. If you’re […]
Happy first birthday, Windows 10. In case you were living in a van down by the river, the tech-verse was abuzz with news about Microsoft’s much-anticipated Windows 10 Anniversary Update. The cool new Windows Ink joins some exciting enterprise updates, like Windows Information Protection. Get the full scoop here. Apple offers $200K bug bounty. Industry: “It’s about time.” According to pretty much every news outlet in the universe, Apple joined the industry’s “bug bounty” club. Already in the club: Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and practically every other tech biz on the planet. At Red Hat’s conference this week, Apple announced that it would pay up to $200,000 to “researchers” (aka hackers) who find and report iOS and iCloud security flaws. MDM in minutes. VMware launched AirWatch Express this week, a new offering for simple mobile device management (MDM). A whole bunch of folks are pretty stoked about it (and so are we): TechRepublic: VMware releases AirWatch Express to simplify MDM efforts for SMBs. ZDNet: VMware intros AirWatch Express, a low-cost MDM suite for small businesses. eWeek: VMware simplifies MDM with new AirWatch Express. Erm… what’s a “crapplication?” Mobility expert Brian Katz shared his wisdom at BriForum 2016 this week: “If you […]
With the release of the new Samsung Galaxy Note7, Samsung has delivered an incredibly powerful mobile device for busy workers, who need to balance their demanding personal and professional lives. Galaxy Note7 is extremely valuable tool for a range of businesses with key features, including: Samsung Knox built-in, defense grade security Enhanced S pen including a more precise and natural handwriting experience IP68 water and dust resistance including the S pen Iris Scanner for enhanced secure authentication Large 5.7 inch QHD Super AMOLED display 64GB base storage with expandable storage up to 256GB Fast wired and wireless charging Samsung Knox Workspace For businesses that need to quickly and easily stage and deploy devices, VMware AirWatch enterprise mobility management (EMM) solutions are integrated with Knox Mobile Enrollment capabilities. For use cases focused on productivity and security, the deep integration of Knox Workspace and AirWatch management capabilities will turn Galaxy Note7 owners into powerful mobile workers, able to perform tasks in a seamless and secure way. Whether you are a road warrior or work in a regulated industry with high-security constraints (or both), AirWatch EMM + Knox Workspace on Galaxy Note7 is a powerful combination. The VMware-Samsung partnership provides an end-to-end solution […]