The security landscape is changing fast. With the introduction of NIS2, organisations must take more stringent measures to protect their digital assets. Mobile applications and devices are attack vectors for attackers and can no longer be considered an afterthought in corporate security strategies.
Threats are more sophisticated, attacks are more targeted and organisations that fail to comply risk fines, reputational damage and loss of customer confidence. NIS2 is a regulatory requirement, but it is driving organisations to internalise security as an integral part of the business, an investment in business resilience.
Why NIS2 affects mobile applications and devices.
Modern organisations increasingly rely on mobile software and devices to run their business.
Attackers know this.
NIS2 sets new standards to ensure that essential services are not compromised by avoidable vulnerabilities.
This means:
- Increased focus on mobile and web application security
- Enhanced protection against attacks on corporate mobile devices and BYOD
- Continuous assessment of security posture to prevent exploits and intrusions
The goal is clear: make mobile applications and devices part of a secure ecosystem and prevent them from becoming the weak link that opens the door to attackers.
The most critical threats to mobile applications and devices.
Vulnerable applications: The gateway for attackers.
Errors in the code, incorrect configurations, excessive permissions: any potential error can be the equivalent of a security vulnerability.
Advanced threats to mobile devices.
Mobile malware, smishing attacks, exploitations: attackers are targeting mobile devices to move laterally and compromise the entire corporate network.
Lacking visibility and continuous monitoring.
Without advanced analytics, threats go undetected. NIS2 requires a proactive approach to detect and block attacks before they cause damage.
Strategies for adapting to NIS2.
Advanced security testing
Application vulnerabilities are a leading cause of security breaches. Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing can help you identify and fix vulnerabilities before they are exploited.
Threat monitoring
Implementing threat detection helps identify behavioural anomalies and exploit attempts on mobile applications and devices, reducing security risks and preventing unauthorized access.
Configuring devices
Strengthening access controls, monitoring devices and adopting mobile security policies are some of the key steps to ensure that devices do not become an entry point for external threats.
The benefits of NIS2 compliance.
- Comply with European regulations and reduce the risk of sanctions
- Better protection against targeted attacks and advanced threats
- Greater control over the security posture of applications and mobile devices
- Reduced risk of business interruption due to security incidents
NIS2 reiterates. A reactive approach to incidents is no longer sufficient: a solid strategy is required that can prevent vulnerabilities and reduce the attack surface.
NIS2 is therefore an opportunity to make security a strength of the business, with a significant change in perspective: protecting applications and mobile devices means protecting the business, ensuring business continuity and strengthening the trust of customers and partners.
Investing in application and mobile security today means:
- Mitigating vulnerabilities before they become a problem
- Protecting data and devices from unauthorised access
- Preventing business disruption from cyber-attacks
- Demonstrating trust and compliance with European regulations
Taking the right approach to NIS2 is the difference between suffering from threats and effectively preventing them. Mobisec helps companies on this journey with a targeted package, a strategic approach that puts protection first.