Mobile application security best practices

Mobile applications can expose enterprises to serious risks. This guide provides the basic of mobile application security, including news on mobile app flaws to best practices for secure application development.

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Mobile application security best practices News

January 23, 2020 23 Jan'20
Sophos adds mobile threat defense app to Intercept X line

Intercept X for Mobile is compatible with iOS and Android devices, as well as Chrome OS and Chromebooks. It offers privacy protection, authentication and other security features.
January 31, 2019 31 Jan'19
Facebook and Google exploit Enterprise Certificate loophole on iOS

Both Facebook and Google were found to be exploiting a loophole in Apple's Developer Enterprise Program for iOS with apps used to gather data on users who installed them.
December 31, 2018 31 Dec'18
Why dating app security flaws should concern enterprises

Vulnerable dating apps on BYODs pose risks to more than just individual users. Find out what security flaws are common in these apps and what they mean for enterprises.
December 07, 2018 07 Dec'18
Facebook app permissions skirted rules to gather call logs

New email messages revealed that Facebook app permissions were carefully implemented to avoid alerting users to the fact that the Android app was gathering call log and SMS data.

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What is included in the mPOS security standard from PCI SSC?

The PCI SSC developed an mPOS security standard to improve mobile payment and PIN systems. Expert Michael Cobb looks at what the requirements are and how they help. Continue Reading
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

Evaluate Mobile application security best practices Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Compare web and mobile testing tools from AWS, Microsoft and Google

Compare and contrast the mobile testing tools from the big three cloud vendors -- AWS Device Farm, Google Firebase Test Lab and Microsoft Visual Studio App Center Test. Continue Reading
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

Manage Mobile application security best practices

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

How do trusted app stores release and disclose patches?

A flaw was found in the Android installer for Fortnite and was patched within 24 hours. Learn how such a quick turnaround affects mobile app security with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
What are the best ways to prevent a SIM swapping attack?

SIM swapping is on the rise as the use of mobile devices increases. Discover what SIM swaps are, how they work and how they can be mitigated. Continue Reading
Man-in-the-disk attack: How are Android products affected?

Researchers from Check Point announced a new attack at Black Hat 2018 that targets Android devices. Discover how this attack works and how devices should be protected with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading

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Why entropy sources should be added to mobile application vetting

NIST's 'Vetting the Security of Mobile Applications' draft discusses four key areas of general requirements. Learn how further improvements to the vetting process could be made. Continue Reading
Android vulnerability: How can users mitigate Janus malware?

The Janus vulnerability was found injecting malicious code into reputable Android apps. Once injected, users' endpoints become infected. Learn how to prevent this with expert Nick Lewis. 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