The Threat is Mobile
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"The phone in every pocket is the new perimeter."
Traditional defenses don't see mobile attacks coming.
Why Mobile Is Now the Primary Attack Surface
Sophisticated attackers no longer target the network perimeter — they target employees directly, through the device that goes everywhere with them. Spear phishing via SMS and messaging apps, voice phishing calls impersonating executives, malicious apps distributed outside app stores, and zero-click exploits delivered silently.
These attacks succeed because most organizations have invested heavily in endpoint and network security while leaving mobile completely undefended. The phone in every employee's pocket is now the path of least resistance for the most capable adversaries.
Key Capabilities
No MDM Required
MTAD deploys without requiring full device management, preserving employee privacy and removing procurement friction.
iOS & Android Coverage
Equal protection across both platforms, including BYOD and corporate-issued devices.
Persistent On-Device Detection
Threat analysis runs continuously on the device, not just at the network edge.
Zero-Click Attack Detection
Identifies exploit indicators even before user interaction occurs.
Real-Time Alerts
Security teams are notified immediately when a threat is detected on any managed device.
Minimal Battery & Data Footprint
Engineered to operate silently in the background without impacting device performance.