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Term · 11. Information Security Properties

Mobile Device Management MDM

Analyst Concept Source: Gartner
Identity Security JML Introduced by: Gartner

Definition

Mobile Device Management (MDM) — class of solutions for centralized management and protection of mobile devices (smartphones, tablets) in corporate environments. Functions: enrollment (BYOD/COPE), policy enforcement, remote wipe, app whitelisting, compliance monitoring. Evolution — Unified Endpoint Management (UEM): MDM + EMM + traditional client management.

Standards & regulations
  • NIST SP 800-124 Rev. 2 «Mobile Device Management (MDM) — the administration of mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, computers, laptops, and desktop computers.»
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