Which measures are recommended to mitigate BYOD risks?

• A. Mobile Device Management (MDM), encryption, and clear BYOD policies.
• B. BYOD eliminates all security concerns.
• C. BYOD has no impact on network security.
• D. Disabling all wireless connectivity.

Answer: (A)

Mitigating BYOD risks relies on three practical defenses: controlling the device, protecting the data, and setting clear user expectations. Mobile Device Management helps by enforcing security across personal devices that access corporate resources—requiring strong passcodes, enforcing up-to-date OS and security patches, managing what apps can be installed, and enabling remote wipe if a device is lost or the user leaves. Encryption protects data at rest on the device, so even if the device is lost or stolen, unauthorized users can’t read the stored information. A clear BYOD policy communicates what is allowed, what security controls must be in place, user responsibilities, and how incidents or lost devices are handled, providing a consistent standard that guides behavior and supports the technical controls. Together, these measures address BYOD risks like unauthorized access and data leakage and recognize that BYOD introduces security concerns and network considerations rather than eliminating them; attempting to disable all wireless connectivity would be impractical and counterproductive.