More conversation: How the right questions can lead to less friction with vendorsStephen WeigandAugust 5, 2021
Security ArchitectureAndroid worm ‘Selfmite’ pulls pay-per-install scamDanielle WalkerJune 26, 2014The discovery of "Selmite" comes two months after the appearance of "Samsapo," believed to be the first Android worm in the wild.
Security ArchitectureMalicious app BankMirage makes quick appearance in Google PlayDanielle WalkerJune 25, 2014Researchers at Lookout found the malware, which masqueraded as a legitimate banking app for customers of an Israeli bank.
Security ArchitectureHackingTeam tool makes use of mobile malware targeting all major platformsDanielle WalkerJune 24, 2014HackingTeam is an Italian seller of hacking software marketed to police and governments.
Security ArchitectureGoogle Play store update means Android app permissions can be changed without consentAdam GreenbergJune 20, 2014Android users with automatic updates enabled no longer need to review or accept permissions included in a permissions group already accepted for that app.
Security ArchitectureTalk stresses IoT concerns as today’s problemsDanielle WalkerJune 19, 2014At SC Congress Toronto, industry experts gave insight on security concerns introduced by the influx on internet-connected devices.
Security ArchitectureChinese Android phone has built-in spywareDanielle WalkerJune 18, 2014A security firm in Germany, G Data, analyzed the malware on the Star N9500 phone.
Security ArchitectureAndroid malware intercepts SMS, furthers fraud schemeDanielle WalkerJune 18, 2014The mobile malware, ANDROIDOS_RUSMS.A, has primarily struck users in Taiwan.
Security ArchitectureTowelroot app exploit that ‘roots’ Android devices could be repackaged by attackersAdam GreenbergJune 17, 2014An exploit being used by an application to 'root' Android devices could be repackaged by attackers to compromise cell phones.
