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.

September 06, 2018 06 Sep'18
Risk & Repeat: Fortnite flaw disclosure enrages Epic Games

In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss the dispute between Google and Epic Games over a newly disclosed flaw in the Android version of Fortnite.
August 28, 2018 28 Aug'18
Fortnite vulnerability on Android causes disclosure tension

Epic Games patched a Fortnite vulnerability in its Android installer, but Google's disclosure policy comes under fire once again as Epic Games' founder called the disclosure 'irresponsible.'
July 11, 2018 11 Jul'18
Risk & Repeat: New concerns about smartphone spying

In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss research that shows some Android apps record video of users' screens without permission or notifications.
July 06, 2018 06 Jul'18
Researchers discover Android apps spying on users' screens

News roundup: Academic researchers discover Android apps secretly recording and sharing video of users' screens. Plus, an NSO Group employee lands in hot water, and more.

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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

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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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Android Trojan: How is data being stolen from messaging apps?

Trustlook Labs discovered an Android Trojan stealing data from messaging apps. Learn what mobile security pros should look for to detect this malware with expert Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
Bad Android apps: How can Google's new detection model help?

Malicious apps have been a consistent problem for the Google Play Store, so a new detection model has been released to help clean it up. Learn how this system works with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
How does an IMSI catcher exploit SS7 vulnerabilities?

A warning was issued by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the exploitation of SS7 vulnerabilities by IMSI catchers. Learn how this puts mobile communication at risk. Continue Reading

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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
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