mobile security
Apple debuts new feature to frustrate iPhone thieves
Besides fixing an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability, the latest update for the iOS 17 branch offers a new feature to help you protect your accounts and sensitive …
New method to safeguard against mobile account takeovers
Computer science researchers have developed a new way to identify security weaknesses that leave people vulnerable to account takeover attacks, where an attacker gains …
Don’t be fooled by a pretty icon, malicious apps hide in plain sight
Apps, whether for communication, productivity or gaming, are one of the biggest threats to mobile security, according to McAfee. The end of 2022 saw the release of some …
Malicious droppers on Google Play deliver banking malware to victims
Android users are often advised to get mobile apps from Google Play, the company’s official app marketplace, to minimize the possibility of downloading malware. After …
Visibility into runtime threats against mobile apps and APIs still lacking
A new report from Osterman Research codifies the increasing dependence of businesses upon their mobile apps, and reveals a jarring disconnect between the strategic importance …
Severity of mobile threats rising, 10+ million mobile endpoints impacted
Zimperium published a report unveiling new data and comprehensive analysis of the state of mobile security worldwide. In 2021, the Zimperium zLabs team discovered threats …
Leveraging mobile networks to threaten national security
In this interview with Help Net Security, Rowland Corr, Director of National Security Intelligence at AdaptiveMobile Security, explains how mobile networks can be leveraged as …
Using mobile networks for cyber attacks as part of a warfare strategy
AdaptiveMobile Security published a research which highlights how vulnerabilities in mobile network infrastructure could be weaponized in offensive military operations. …
Malware resets Android devices after performing fraudulent wire transfers
If your Android phone initiates a factory reset out of the blue, there’s a chance it has been infected with the BRATA banking malware and you’ve just been ripped …
Mobile security software market to reach $2.75 billion by 2025
The mobile security software market is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years with the increased adoption of mobile devices. For instance, the number of …
Rooting malware discovered on Google Play, Samsung Galaxy Store
Researchers have discovered 19 mobile apps carrying rooting malware on official and third-party Android app stores, including Google Play and Samsung Galaxy Store. …
Smartphone counterespionage for travelers
If you’re traveling abroad on business, there’s a good chance you’ll need to bring along a smartphone to get around, meet up with associates or learn about the idiosyncrasies …
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