Mobile security threats and prevention

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Mobile security threats and prevention News

May 22, 2018 22 May'18
North Korean hackers linked to Google Play spyware

The 'Sun Team' group of North Korean hackers placed malicious apps in the Google Play store to target defectors and steal personal data such as photos, contacts and SMS messages.
February 09, 2018 09 Feb'18
Apple's confidential iBoot source code leaked online

News roundup: Apple's highly protected iBoot source code was leaked online. Plus, the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau stops its Equifax breach investigation, and more.
November 17, 2017 17 Nov'17
Researchers bypass iPhone X security feature Face ID

News roundup: In under a week after its release, researchers were able to bypass the main iPhone X security feature, Face ID. Plus, Microsoft patched a 17-year-old flaw, and more.
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 threats and prevention Get Started

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Desktop and mobile malware detection takes on high priority

End-user computing professionals must embrace modern Windows and mobile malware protection technologies to defend against ransomware and other attacks. 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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How bad is the iBoot source code leak for Apple security?

The iBoot source code on Apple devices was leaked to the public on GitHub. Expert Michael Cobb explains how it happened and what the implications are for iOS security. 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
Three enterprise scenarios for MDM products

Expert Matt Pascucci outlines three enterprise uses cases for mobile device management products to see how they can protect users, devices and corporate data. Continue Reading

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Manage Mobile security threats and prevention

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Fake WhatsApp app: How can counterfeit apps be avoided?

After a fake WhatsApp app was discovered in the Google Play Store, users are questioning what can be done to avoid counterfeit apps. Learn several techniques with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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
How can users deal with app trackers that collect customer data?

App trackers were found in hundreds of Google Play apps. Expert Michael Cobb explains the threat they pose and how GDPR has the potential to reduce the risk. Continue Reading

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How were Android Pixel vulnerabilities exploited?

Android Pixel vulnerabilities could open the smartphone up to attack. Expert Michael Cobb explains the vulnerabilities and how to defend against them. 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

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