Security News

It's 2019 – and you can completely pwn a Qualcomm-powered Android over the air
2019-08-06 05:56

Grab security patches now from chip designer, Google Black Hat It is possible to thoroughly hijack a nearby vulnerable Qualcomm-based Android phone, tablet, or similar gadget, via Wi-Fi, we...

Google and ARM Tackle Android Bugs with Memory-Tagging
2019-08-05 14:49

Buffer overflows, race conditions, use-after-free and more account for more than half of all vulnerabilities in the Android platform.

Google, ARM Boost Android Security With Memory Tagging Extension
2019-08-05 14:26

In an effort to mitigate memory safety vulnerabilities in Android, Google and chipmaker ARM have released a new hardware feature called memory tagging extension (MTE).  read more

Irdeto Trusted Software: Automated iOS and Android app protection
2019-08-05 11:26

Irdeto has announced Trusted Software, a new service designed to offer optimal flexibility and efficiency to developers and organizations facing today’s cybersecurity challenges. Hosted in the...

Critical Bug in Android Antivirus Exposes Address Books
2019-08-02 17:37

Comprehensive testing of 21 free Android antivirus apps revealed big security vulnerabilities and privacy concerns; especially for AEGISLAB, BullGuard, dfndr and VIPRE.

Mobile Ransomware Targets Android Users Through SMS
2019-07-31 20:03

Filecoder.C Can Infect Multiple Contacts With Malicious LinksA newly discovered mobile ransomware strain called Filecoder.C is targeting Android devices through malicious links in online forums...

iOS and Android patched 440 security vulnerabilities in 2019, so far
2019-07-31 12:30

Android patched more CVEs than Apple did, according to a Zimperium report.

Android Ransomware Spreads Via ‘Sex Simulation Game’ Links on Reddit, SMS
2019-07-30 17:16

A new strain of ransomware is being distributed to Android users via online forums and SMS messages.

Android exploit code emerges, ransomware goes south, Citrix calls off hack probe, and more
2019-07-29 14:09

Plus: RobinHood admits to password gaffe Roundup Here's a quick summary of what's been happening in the infosec world lately, beyond what we've already reported.…

Android Enterprise Receives ISO 27001 Stamp
2019-07-26 16:06

Google this week has revealed that Android Enterprise has received ISO 27001 security certification.  read more