Cybersecurity definition
What is MDM?
MDM stands for Mobile Device Management.
By Cyber Tool Stack Editorial TeamUpdated
Definition
A system for enrolling, configuring, and remotely locking or wiping phones and tablets used for work, without requiring physical access to the device.
Where MDM fits in the security landscape
These beginner lessons use this term while explaining the surrounding security control.
Related cybersecurity terms
UEMUnified Endpoint ManagementDevice management that covers laptops and desktops alongside phones and tablets from a single console, rather than running separate tools per device type.EndpointAny laptop, server, or mobile device that runs software and connects to a network — the place where most attacks ultimately execute.