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Mobile Threat Defence

Q: Do I need Mobile Threat Defence if I already use MDM?

Yes. MDM manages devices, while Mobile Threat Defence actively detects and responds to cyber threats. Together, they provide complete mobile security coverage.

Q: Does Mobile Threat Defence work on personal (BYOD) devices?

Yes. Mobile Threat Defence solutions are designed to protect corporate data while respecting user privacy on personal devices.

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Overview

Mobile Threat Defence (MTD) is a mobile security solution that protects smartphones and tablets from threats across apps, networks, devices and user activity, helping organisations reduce risk as mobile and bring your own device (BYOD) use continues to grow. In practice, it combines real-time threat detection, behavioural analysis and automated response to identify issues such as phishing, malicious apps, unsecured WiFi, device compromise and OS vulnerabilities, while often integrating with Mobile Device Management (MDM)/ unified endpoint management (UEM) platforms to strengthen compliance, visibility and access control across Android and iOS estates.

What is Mobile Threat Defence?

Mobile Threat Defence is a mobile security solution designed to detect, prevent, and respond to threats targeting smartphones and tablets.

Often deployed alongside MDM platforms, MTD strengthens your mobile security posture by protecting users, devices, apps, and network connections against evolving cyber threats.

What it does: detects and helps block mobile-specific threats in real time, giving IT and security teams better visibility, faster remediation and stronger control over Android and iOS devices.
Why it matters: supports secure hybrid working and BYOD by reducing exposure to phishing, malware, rogue networks, risky apps and device vulnerabilities without adding heavy user friction.

By integrating with your existing MDM environment, MTD can also automate policy enforcement, threat remediation, and device compliance actions.

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Key features of Mobile Threat Defence

AI-powered threat detection for mobile devices

Detect and block threats in real-time using intelligent threat analysis across apps, networks, web activity, and device behaviour.

Real-time threat detection & response

Identify threats instantly and respond quickly before they impact users or business operations.

Cross-platform security

Protect both Android and iOS devices through a lightweight application and cloud-based management platform.

Centralised mobile security dashboard

Gain full visibility of threats across all Android and iOS devices with real-time alerts and actionable reporting.

Seamless MDM integration

Enhance your existing mobile management capabilities with automated remediation and policy-driven responses.

BYOD support

Secure employee-owned devices without compromising personal privacy or user experience.

Automated deployment & onboarding

Streamline rollout and device enrolment with minimal disruption to end users and IT teams.

Business benefits of Mobile Threat Defence

Secure Android and iOS devices from apps, networks and phishing threats – all in real time.

Strengthen mobile security

Protect users, devices, applications, and networks from evolving cyber threats.

Maintain compliance

Support regulatory and organisational security requirements with continuous monitoring and reporting.

Reduce operational risk

Prevent incidents that could lead to downtime, data breaches, or financial loss.

Enable secure hybrid working

Give employees the confidence to work securely from anywhere on any approved device.

Maximise existing investments

Integrate seamlessly with your current security and device management infrastructure.

Lower operational overheads

Automated monitoring, detection, and remediation reduce the burden on internal IT teams.

Secure your Android & iOS estate

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Fully managed Mobile Threat Defence

Our fully managed MTD service combines market-leading technology with expert support to help you secure your mobile estate effectively and efficiently.

Why choose Wavenet?

End-to-end managed service from deployment to ongoing monitoring.
Flexible deployment with or without existing MDM platforms.
Hands-on onboarding and rollout support.
Proactive threat validation and response.
Expert integration with your current security stack.
Rapid deployment with minimal operational disruption.

FAQs

What does Mobile Threat Defence protect against?

Mobile Threat Defence protects against phishing attacks, malicious apps, network-based attacks (such as unsecured WiFi), and device vulnerabilities affecting Android and iOS devices.

Do I need MTD if I already use MDM?

Yes. MDM manages devices, while MTD actively detects and responds to cyber threats. Together, they provide full mobile security coverage.

Does MTD work on personal (BYOD) devices?

Yes, Mobile Threat Defence solutions are designed to protect corporate data while respecting user privacy on personal devices.

Is Mobile Threat Defence necessary for small businesses?

Yes. Any organisation using mobile devices for work is exposed to mobile-specific cyber threats.

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