Security News

Google Hardens Android Kernel
2018-10-11 17:45

Google this week revealed that Android’s kernel is becoming more resilient to code reuse attacks, courtesy of implemented support for LLVM’s Control Flow Integrity (CFI).  read more

From Now On, Only Default Android Apps Can Access Call Log and SMS Data
2018-10-09 08:48

A few hours ago the company announced its "non-shocking" plans to shut down Google+ social media network following a "shocking" data breach incident. Now to prevent abuse and potential leakage of...

Google’s Intra app secures older Androids with encrypted DNS
2018-10-05 10:19

DNS encryption is the Next Big Thing in web encryption and Google doesn't want Android users to miss out.

Jigsaw releases Intra, an Android app that encrypts DNS queries to thwart online censorship
2018-10-04 13:36

Alphabet subsidiary and tech incubator Jigsaw, which concentrates on creating solutions for “the toughest geopolitical challenges,” has released Intra, an Android apps that encrypts DNS queries....

Google Patches Critical Vulnerabilities in Android OS
2018-10-02 16:47

The most dire vulnerability targets the Android framework and could allow an adversary to execute arbitrary code on targeted devices.

Vulnerable Android password managers make phishing attacks easier
2018-10-02 06:33

Android password managers can be tricked into entering valid login credentials into phishing apps, a group of researchers has discovered. They have also found that Instant Apps, a Google...

Android App Verification Issues Pave Way For Phishing Attacks
2018-09-28 13:22

A research team suggested a new secure-by-design API after discovering design flaws in the way Android apps are verified by password managers.

Hide 'N Seek IoT Botnet Now Targets Android Devices
2018-09-28 12:44

After being observed targeting smart homes just two months ago, the Hide ‘N Seek Internet of Things (IoT) botnet is now capable of infecting Android devices. read more

Lucy Gang Debuts with Unusual Android MaaS Package
2018-09-20 21:07

The threat actor's Android-focused cyber-arms package, dubbed Black Rose Lucy, is limited in reach for now, but clearly has global ambitions.

Oops! Google accidentally changed the battery settings for a bunch of Android users
2018-09-18 15:23

The battery saver feature was turned on as an 'internal experiment,' which Google has since rolled back.