Today’s workforce is more mobile, connected and device-dependent than ever. But mobility can’t come at the cost of security. Sensitive data now lives on phones, tablets and watches and the more variety and volume, the greater the risk to losing and leaking it. Hackers and scammers — now equipped with AI tools, too — are particularly adept at exploiting the cracks in a vast, disunited network, especially when personal devices of varying quality and security are employed.
This makes it more important than ever for businesses and organizations to protect themselves and their mobile workforce in a centralized way. Doing so takes more than a single piece of hard- or software, but an entire ecosystem of technology tools. What’s more, it needs to be built in, not simply bolted on.
Samsung Galaxy ecosystem security, including Samsung Knox features, delivers this protection at a defense-grade level. Here’s how.
Security that starts at the core
Samsung Knox, the brand’s security and management platform, is physically embedded at the chip level of every Galaxy device. This cryptographic fingerprint is the first line of defense against tampering and the way Knox verifies a device’s integrity the moment it boots up. On top of this, Samsung layers secure boot, runtime protections and rollback prevention to strengthen protection further. And if any component of the boot process has been modified in an unauthorized way, the device can detect it immediately and restrict access to sensitive functions.
That means business-ready mobile devices like the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 are protected from the inside out, with dedicated security hardware working in parallel with software safeguards. Knox Vault, for example, runs on its own processor and memory, separate from the main operating system (OS). It’s engineered to isolate and encrypt credentials, biometric data and cryptographic keys, even in the event of a physical or remote attack. That’s a key distinction from mobile platforms that rely on software isolation alone. With Knox Vault, sensitive data stays protected regardless of what’s happening in the broader OS.
Galaxy devices also benefit from the latest generation of encrypted protections through Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP), which debuted with One UI 8. KEEP strengthens app-level privacy by isolating sensitive routines, preferences and AI-powered features within encrypted on-device storage. Sensitive information never needs to leave the device, even as AI features become more sophisticated. It’s an important step forward for businesses looking to adopt advanced tools without giving up control over their data.
What sets the Samsung approach apart is how seamlessly it integrates across the device portfolio. Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7 and Galaxy Watch8 all benefit from the same philosophy that security starts before the OS loads, continues through every update and operates independently of user behavior. IT leaders don’t have to rely on employee vigilance alone. With Knox, protection is in place at the system level.
Configuration, control, confidence
For any IT team managing a growing mobile fleet, hardware-level security is only part of the equation. What happens after deployment is just as pivotal. Devices need to be monitored, configured, updated and, when necessary, locked down, all without disrupting day-to-day operations. That’s where Samsung Knox Suite comes in.
Knox Suite includes various solutions built to support enterprise mobility at scale. Knox Manage gives administrators real-time control over devices in the field, while Knox E-FOTA allows firmware updates to be tested and rolled out on a schedule. With support for zero-touch enrollment and remote policy enforcement, Knox Suite eliminates the need for physical provisioning or user intervention. Everything can be configured centrally, with policies applied instantly across hundreds or thousands of endpoints.
Knox Platform for Enterprise (KPE) is a key piece in Knox Suite. While Android Enterprise provides a baseline for work profile management, KPE adds a deeper layer of security and control. Features like dual VPN routing, certificate management and hardware-backed containerization give IT departments the ability to isolate and protect corporate data at the firmware level. Again, they’re baked into the system architecture for stable and consistent security across devices.
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Whether a company is managing a dozen foldables or several thousand mobile endpoints across regions, Knox Suite makes it possible to do so with confidence. Enrollment is streamlined, updates are controlled and compliance isn’t left to chance. With a direct line from the admin console to the device itself, IT can stay ahead of threats without getting buried in logistics.
Operational reach, with regulatory readiness
Growth introduces complexity — not just in the number of devices an organization needs to manage, but also in the policies and certifications required to support them. Security and compliance are no longer parallel efforts. In heavily regulated industries like healthcare, finance and government, they’re intertwined.
Knox Suite enables consistency. Every layer of protection, from firmware to OS to policy enforcement, is integrated into the device architecture, not applied afterward. That makes it easier for IT teams to document controls, enforce access policies and prove compliance without reinventing their processes for each new deployment. Support for Common Criteria Mode, dual VPN tunneling and real-time device attestation means organizations can align their mobile strategy with industry-specific frameworks while maintaining operational flexibility.
It also helps that Knox is designed for hybrid environments. Whether an enterprise is managing a mix of company-owned and employee-owned devices or navigating a phased deployment across departments and regions, Knox Suite provides a unified management layer. Admins can create granular policies by role, location or use case, and apply them without slowing down users. Even remote teams and frontline employees using foldables or wearables can be brought into compliance with minimal friction. Knox doesn’t force a specific model. Instead, it adapts to how each organization operates.
As the regulatory landscape evolves, so do the tools needed to stay ahead of it. Security controls that were once considered advanced, such as encrypted containers, per-app VPN, and attestation, are now table stakes in many sectors. With Samsung’s integrated approach, businesses don’t need to cobble together fragmented tools or compromise usability to meet security goals. Everything is built into the ecosystem from the start.
No weak links
Modern IT environments aren’t limited to one form factor or user type. A frontline worker with a Galaxy Watch8, a field technician using a Galaxy Z Flip7 and an executive managing dashboards on a Galaxy Z Fold7 are all part of the same mobile footprint, and each brings a different set of needs and risk profiles. That’s why the secure Galaxy ecosystem doesn’t treat device security as one-size-fits-all. Knox protection travels with the form factor, adapting to how and where the device is used without sacrificing oversight.
The need for flexibility becomes especially apparent when mobile use is high, but traditional management is limited. Galaxy Watch8, for example, can be brought under enterprise control with Knox Manage, giving IT the ability to enforce connectivity settings, restrict app access and maintain policy compliance, all without physically touching the device. Even wearables are endpoints with access to real-time business workflows, and they require the same visibility and protection as any tablet or foldable in the fleet.
Security that grows with business
Another strength of Knox is how it supports scalable business operations. Whether you have 10 employees or 100, the management and security work the same. The only thing that changes is the subscription plan, now available in three levels — base, essential and Knox for enterprise. This customization is great for budgets, too, and can help free up money to be directed to other important parts of the business. With Samsung Knox, organizations of all types and sizes can grow, adapt and stay mobile, with security standing in as a strength rather than a potential weakness.
Learn more about how to boost your business performance with Samsung Knox Suite Plans, and contact a Samsung Business expert today.
