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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December 07, 2018
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Dec'18
Facebook app permissions skirted rules to gather call logs
New emails 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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September 06, 2018
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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.
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August 28, 2018
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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.'
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July 11, 2018
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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.
Mobile application security best practices Get Started
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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
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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
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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How can users remove Google location tracking completely?
Disabling Google location tracking involves more than turning off Location History. Learn how to manage your account settings to stop tracking entirely with expert Michael Cobb. Continue Reading
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Testing applications in production vs. non-production benefits
To ensure proper application security testing, production and non-production systems should both be tested. In this tip, expert Kevin Beaver weighs the pros and cons. Continue Reading
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How does the public Venmo API pose a threat for users?
The public Venmo API setting puts users at risk by providing detailed insight into their transactions and personal lives. Expert Michael Cobb discusses the risks of public APIs. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Mobile application security best practices Issues
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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
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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
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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