BYOD and mobile device security best practices

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BYOD and mobile device security best practices News

June 22, 2018 22 Jun'18
Unprotected Firebase databases leaked over 100 million records

Android and iOS mobile apps that use unprotected Firebase databases leaked over 100 million records that include PHI, financial records, and authentication information.
June 06, 2018 06 Jun'18
Apple iOS 12 USB Restricted Mode to foil thieves, law enforcement

A rumored security feature, USB Restricted Mode, is making its premiere in Apple's iOS 12 and will protect users from brute-force passcode attacks by thieves and law enforcement alike.
February 21, 2018 21 Feb'18
Android Enterprise Recommended touts quick security updates

Google's new program certifies devices that meet minimum hardware requirements, provide regular Android security updates and offer a consistent management experience.
November 15, 2017 15 Nov'17
Risk & Repeat: App store security measures falling short

In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the recent discovery of a fake WhatsApp app in the Google Play Store and what that means for app store security.

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Mobile security trends point to unifying policy and tools

Securing mobile devices in the enterprise to effectively deflect potential breaches now means enterprise mobile management must evolve into unified endpoint management. Continue Reading
Mobile security issues require a unified approach

Security gaps in mobile devices can be many and varied, but they must be addressed immediately. Unified endpoint management is the next-gen way to close the gaps. Continue Reading
Counter mobile device security threats with unified tools

Attacks on enterprise mobile endpoints are more lethal than ever. To help infosec pros fight back, enterprise mobile management has unified to fortify defenses. Continue Reading

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The top six EMM vendors offering MDM capabilities

With vendors expanding their horizons from just MDM to more comprehensive EMM products, it is crucial to look at these EMM vendors who offer MDM capabilities. Continue Reading
Comparing the leading mobile device management products

Expert Matt Pascucci examines the top mobile device management offerings to help you determine which MDM products are the best fit for your organization. Continue Reading
Six questions to ask before buying enterprise MDM products

Mobile device management can be a crucial part of enterprise security. Expert Matt Pascucci presents the key questions to ask when investigating MDM products. Continue Reading

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How did Strava's Global Heatmap disclose sensitive U.S. info?

Fitness tracking app Strava released its Global Heatmap that unknowingly disclosed routes of U.S. soldiers. Discover how this happened and how geolocation data can be blocked. Continue Reading
Broadpwn flaw: How does the new iOS exploit compare?

An iOS exploit similar to the Broadpwn flaw was recently developed by a researcher at Google's Project Zero. Expert Kevin Beaver explains what the exploit is and how it works. Continue Reading
iOS updates: Why are some Apple products behind on updates?

A study by Zimperium found that more than 23% of iOS devices aren't running the latest software. Matt Pascucci explains how this is possible, even though Apple controls iOS updates. Continue Reading

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Unknown apps: How does Android Oreo control installation?

Android Oreo replaced the allow unknown sources setting with a new feature that enables users to selectively install unknown apps. Kevin Beaver explains what this change means. 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
How to secure a wireless network and thwart growing threats

Need to learn how to secure a Wi-Fi network? You'll need to be both flexible and focused, given the growing threats and multiplying devices riding on most networks now. Continue Reading

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