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
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November 07, 2017
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Nov'17
Fake WhatsApp app downloaded 1 million times
A fake WhatsApp app bypassed Google's Play Store checks and was downloaded 1 million times, but one expert said Google's store is still the safest place to get apps.
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October 20, 2017
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Oct'17
Google Play bug bounty hunts RCE vulnerabilities
A Google Play bug bounty program, run by Google and HackerOne, asks testers to hunt for remote code execution vulnerabilities in some of the top Android apps.
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September 22, 2017
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Sep'17
Users plagued by iOS app security issues, according to new research
News roundup: Researchers uncovered a large number of iOS app security risks. Plus, Viacom exposed its critical data through a misconfigured AWS S3 bucket, and more.
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July 14, 2017
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Jul'17
Google tackles Android app privacy with machine learning
Google will use machine learning and automated peer review scans to improve Android app privacy and limit app permissions overreach.
Mobile application security best practices Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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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
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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
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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
Evaluate Mobile application security best practices Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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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
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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
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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
Manage Mobile application security best practices
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Com.google.provision virus: How does it attack Android devices?
The com.google.provision virus reportedly targets Android users, but little is known about it. Nick Lewis discusses the mystery threat and how Common Malware Enumeration may help. Continue Reading
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How does Tizi spyware affect Android apps?
Android apps affected by Tizi spyware were found in the Google Play Store by Google's Play Protect team. Expert Michael Cobb reviews the threat and how it was fixed. Continue Reading
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CopyCat malware: How does this Android threat operate?
Check Point researchers discovered new Android malware named CopyCat, which has infected 14 million devices. Learn how this malware works and how it spread from expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Mobile application security best practices Issues
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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
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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
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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