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• How does the Android Rowhammer exploit affect users?

  Android Rowhammer is a hardware weakness in older devices that puts users at risk of remote exploits. Expert Michael Cobb explains why it's important to upgrade to newer devices. Continue Reading

• Four new Mac malware strains exposed by Malwarebytes

  Mac platforms are at risk after Malwarebytes discovered four new Mac malware strains. Learn how to protect your enterprise and how to mitigate these attacks with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading

• How were Android Pixel vulnerabilities exploited?

  Android Pixel vulnerabilities could open the smartphone up to attack. Expert Michael Cobb explains the vulnerabilities and how to defend against them. Continue Reading

• ExpensiveWall malware: How does this SMS attack function?

  A new SMS malware known as ExpensiveWall was recently discovered by Check Point. Learn how it infects devices and puts Android device users at risk with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading

• How can improper certificate pinning be stopped by the Spinner tool?

  Researchers developed a tool to help prevent improper certificate pinning that causes security issues. Expert Michael Cobb reviews the issue and the Spinner tool. Continue Reading

• Android bootloader: How does it work and what is the risk?

  Several vulnerabilities were recently discovered in Android bootloaders via the BootStomp tool. Kevin Beaver explains how they work and what risk these vulnerabilities present.Continue Reading

• BlueBorne vulnerabilities: Are your Bluetooth devices safe?

  Armis Labs discovered a series of vulnerabilities that enables remote connection to Bluetooth devices. Learn more about the BlueBorne vulnerabilities with expert Matt Pascucci.Continue Reading

• WireX botnet: How did it use infected Android apps?

  To avoid a mobile device catastrophe, several large tech organizations came together to stop the WireX botnet. Learn how this Android botnet with 300 infected apps was stopped.Continue Reading

• How can Android app permissions be exploited by attackers?

  A recently discovered Android app permissions flaw can expose users to attacks. Michael Cobb explains what the risks are and how Android O security will help users.Continue Reading

• PINLogger: How does this exploit steal PINs?

  The proof-of-concept PINLogger attack exploits mobile device sensors to steal PINs. Nick Lewis explains how the attack works and offers advice on how to stop it.Continue Reading

• How can memory corruption attacks threaten smartphones?

  Smartphone users could be at risk of memory corruption attacks because of a baseband vulnerability. Expert Michael Cobb explains the attack and how concerned users should be.Continue Reading

• What are HummingWhale malware's new ad fraud features?

  A HummingBad malware variant, HummingWhale, was discovered being spread through 20 apps on the Google Play Store. Expert Nick Lewis explains the malware's new features.Continue Reading

• The Apple Notify flaw: How does it allow malicious script injection?

  Flaws in the Apple Notify function and iTunes can enable attackers to inject malicious script into the application side. Expert Michael Cobb explains how these vulnerabilities work.Continue Reading

• How does Gooligan malware compromise Google accounts?

  Android apps infected with Gooligan malware enable attackers to compromise the security of Google accounts. Expert Nick Lewis explains how users can protect themselves.Continue Reading

• What is the SS7 protocol and what are its security implications?

  The SS7 protocol has been a source of controversy lately because of its security vulnerabilities. Expert Judith Myerson explains what the protocol is and what its issues are.Continue Reading