The Importance of Cybersecurity and Encryption For Your Smartphones in 2025
The Importance of Mobile Device Security
As we progress into 2025, prioritizing smartphone security has become more crucial than ever. As more sophisticated cyber threats continue to increase, it is essential that you focus on prioritizing both personal and corporate data.
NOTE: Risks around organizations allowing employees’ personal devices to access corporate data:
- Data Breaches – cross-contamination and cloud sync risks
- Phishing attacks – compromise both personal and corporate accounts
- Data Leakage – without adequate multi-factor authentication all application and device data is at risk
- Weak security practices – personal devices are not managed by a corporate device management system to enforce baseline security practices
- Public Wifi risks – potential data theft
Letting your guard down, such as relying on unencrypted SMS, can result in severe data breaches and cyberattacks, putting your sensitive information at significant risk.
Smartphones today store an incredible amount of both personal and sensitive data. Let’s look at some of the most important aspects to understand to protect your personal data, from financial information to private discussions.
Table of Contents :
- Encrypted Messaging: A New Standard
- Inactivity Reboot: Lower your risks
- Role of Cybersecurity Agencies
- Future of Mobile Security
- Actionable Security Tips
Encrypted Messaging: A New Standard
Encrypted messaging is the new standard in mobile text messaging.
Encrypted communications tools such as Signal and WhatsApp have built-in enhanced cybersecurity capabilities and use end-to-end encryption to only allow those authorized to view the messages.
The FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have provided new guidelines and recommendations to boost mobile security.
These US security agencies now recommend users “adopt encrypted messaging platforms, such as Signal or WhatsApp, to safeguard their communications from potential cyber threats”
Users considering more secure messaging tools need to know all the built-in features and basic configurations to make the best use of their features.
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Inactivity Reboot: Lower your risks
Interestingly, Apple and Android have a similar feature called Inactivity Reboot. Apple however has it built in, and it’s called “inactivity reboot.” This feature automatically reboots iPhones that haven’t been unlocked for four days, placing them into a “Before First Unlock” (BFU) state.” –The Verge (A new iOS 18 security feature makes it harder for police to unlock iPhones) Android devices can achieve this by either downloading an application or set yourselves reminders to restart your device once a week. I do expect Android to release a feature soon enough.
This necessitates setting up a passcode or PIN to activate after a period of inactivity. When your phone remains unused for the specified duration (4 days), it automatically locks, enhancing data privacy and securing your mobile device.
Apple has long been committed to addressing privacy and accessibility concerns, and this feature underscores its dedication to maintaining leadership in both areas. Enhance your security by maintaining strong passwords, enabling biometrics, and utilizing multifactor authentication to protect your phone.
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Role of Cybersecurity Agencies
Government cybersecurity agencies such as the FBI and CISA are at the front lines when it comes to promoting awareness and highlighting the importance of cybersecurity issues and best practices.
We at DNSnetworks, recommend staying on top of the latest guidelines and recommendations that are provided by various cybersecurity agencies as they can significantly impact how you use technology for both personal and business use.
These recommendations guide you toward a more secure way to communicate and use your devices.
No matter which source or agency you get your information from, you should ensure that they are aligned with the latest global cybersecurity trends and best practices.
Future of Mobile Security
The future of mobile is hard to predict as it is constantly evolving daily. However, we anticipate more user feedback and challenges that could affect current security features such as Apple’s Inactivity Reboot features.
With smartphones increasingly serving as the primary tool for households and professionals to manage sensitive tasks like banking, healthcare, and remote work, keeping your endpoint security measures up to date is essential.
The future of mobile is one where innovations could include AI-driven data security features and integrations that protect your devices better than ever before.
Actionable Security Tips
To enhance smartphone cybersecurity, you should consider these tips:
- Ask DNSnetworks to deploy our cybersecurity endpoint for enhanced mobile security.
- Enable encrypted messaging apps.
- Regularly update to the latest operating system.
- Enable device-level security features like inactivity reboot (for iOS users).
- Avoid using public Wi-Fi without a VPN – Or tether your laptop via your mobile device’s hotspot feature. This relates to avoiding the use of a laptop on public Wifi.
- Regularly review and adjust app permissions to minimize unnecessary data sharing.
Get In Touch to Stay Ahead of Emerging Cybersecurity Threats
From this, it’s both evident and critical to take cybersecurity and data security seriously.
Staying informed about the latest cybersecurity best practices, tools, and features empowers you to safeguard your personal data and protect your reputation from potential harm.
Consult with cybersecurity professionals today to discover tailored endpoint security services.