Mobile app security is a huge blind spot for developer teams - 93% are confident their applications are secure, but 62% reported breaches last year

"While 93% of organizations told researchers they were confident in their capabilities, and 97% that they had up-to-date policies outlining mobile app security policies, 62% were breached in the past year, with an average of nine incidents each. Just over half (52%) fell victim to a malware attack, 45% suffered data breaches or leaks, and 37% experienced unauthorized access to data. The same number suffered credential theft."

"Much of the problem derives from pressure to accelerate release cycles, with 74% saying mobile app teams are increasingly pushed on time-to-market. Similarly, 71% of organizations admit this has compromised mobile app security. "The data is clear, and the perceived trade-off between speed and security is a false choice that is costing organizations," said Roel Caers, CEO of Guardsquare. "When developers are under immense pressure to release new features, and security is seen as a roadblock, they are forced to sacrifice protection for time-to-market."

93% of organizations reported confidence in their mobile app security capabilities, and 97% reported up-to-date mobile app security policies. Despite that, 62% were breached in the past year, with an average of nine incidents per organization. Fifty-two percent experienced malware attacks, 45% suffered data breaches or leaks, and 37% had unauthorized data access; the same proportion reported credential theft. Pressure to accelerate release cycles was cited by 74% of respondents, and 71% admitted that time-to-market demands compromised mobile app security. Additional challenges included balancing security with performance (47%), ensuring compliance (44%), and preserving user experience (42%).

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