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Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile
Formerly Skycure

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What is Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile?

Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile (formerly Skycure) is a mobile security option developed by Skycure and acquired by Symantec in the summer of 2017.

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What is Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile?

Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile (formerly Skycure) is a mobile security option developed by Skycure and acquired by Symantec in the summer of 2017.

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Product Details

What is Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile?

Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile Features

  • Supported: Holistic, layered mobile security - on-device and in-cloud with crowd-based intelligence
  • Supported: Stand-alone, proactive, real-time protection, not just detection
  • Supported: Public app simplifies roll-out and maintenance and guarantees user privacy

Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile Screenshots

Screenshot of The Skycure app is lightweight and non-intrusive, yet provides detailed information about compliance and mitigation of threats.

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Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android
Supported CountriesGlobal

Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile Customer Size Distribution

Consumers0%
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)0%
Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees)20%
Enterprises (more than 500 employees)80%
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Reviews and Ratings

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Non-intrusive notifications: Several users have praised Symantec Endpoint Protection for its non-intrusive way of notifying them about suspicious activity. This feature has been appreciated by many reviewers.

Seamless VPN access: Many customers have found the seamless access to virtual private network services provided by Symantec Endpoint Protection to be a valuable feature. The ease of connecting to VPNs has been highlighted as a positive aspect of the software.

Detailed reporting features: The detailed and informative reporting features of Symantec Endpoint Protection have received positive feedback from users. Reviewers have mentioned that these features allow them to see in-depth information about their environment, enhancing their understanding of security threats.

Cumbersome Onboarding Process: Some users have found the onboarding process of Symantec software to be cumbersome, especially for amateurs. They mention that it asks many questions about modules and services to install, making it difficult for new users to get started efficiently.

Not User-Friendly Administration Console: Users have mentioned that the console for administration in Symantec software could be more user-friendly. They feel that navigating and managing the settings within the console can be challenging and less intuitive than desired.

Continuous Pop-ups and Advertising Approach: Several users express their dissatisfaction with the continuous pop-ups, advertising approach, and some of the designs of the application. These intrusive elements disrupt their workflow and make using the software a less pleasant experience.

Users commonly recommend the following for the product:

  1. Understand system needs and specifications before using the product. This recommendation suggests that users should have a clear understanding of their mobile security requirements and technical specifications. By doing so, they can effectively leverage the product's features to meet their specific needs.

  2. Obtain buy-in from the business before implementing the product. Users emphasize the importance of gaining support from relevant stakeholders within their organization. This recommendation ensures that decision-makers are aware of the benefits and potential impact of using the product, leading to smoother implementation and increased adoption.

  3. Exercise caution when installing the product on a phone. Users advise being careful during the installation process to avoid any complications or conflicts with existing apps or settings on their devices. Taking necessary precautions while installing the product helps ensure a seamless integration into their mobile environment.

Additionally, many users believe that the product is a must-have for antivirus and firewall protection. This recommendation highlights its effectiveness in safeguarding mobile devices against malicious threats, providing users with enhanced security measures.

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Score 9 out of 10
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We use this product to protect our employee's mobile devices from modern mobile threats. With this tool, I can identify which user's mobile device is at risk and mitigate it for him and the entire organization. I can decide what risk level will block the user's access to company data and resources.
  • Mobile malware protection
  • content filtering
  • Root/Jailbreak detection
  • device secure configuration enforcement
  • better reporting
  • reduce false positive
  • support can be better
Suited for large-scale organizations, where most users are accessing organization data and resources from their mobile devices.if a Malicious app is detected in Google Play, Symantec will provide protection by alerting the SOC team and allowing the removal of this app to the entire environment. The fact that it sometimes detects genuine apps and programs as a threat and tries to deal with them
  • Malware detection
  • Root/Jailbreak detection
  • positive: all companies mobile device are secured and no need to reset device frequently
  • positive: connect to a SIEM for suspicious events correlation
  • positive: provide employees BYOD protection
Most of them are doing pretty much the same. Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile has an intuitive dashboard and policy configuration use.
the app itself has low-Performance effects and does not use a lot of battery.
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