Security News

Google Expands Android's Compiler-Based Mitigations
2018-06-29 14:09

Google this week announced expanded compiler-based mitigations in Android P, in an attempt to make bugs harder to exploit and prevent specific types of issues from becoming vulnerabilities. read more

Every Android device from the last 6 years may be at risk to RAMPage vulnerability
2018-06-29 12:14

Researchers have found yet another avenue to exploit a hardware vulnerability that previous patches have sought to mitigate

Malicious App Infects 60,000 Android Devices – But Still Saves Their Batteries
2018-06-22 19:09

A battery-saving app enables attackers to snatch text messages and read sensitive log data - but it also holds true to its advertising.

Android Gets New Anti-Spoofing Feature to Make Biometric Authentication Secure
2018-06-21 21:03

Google just announced its plan to introduce a new anti-spoofing feature for its Android operating system that makes its biometric authentication mechanisms more secure than ever. Biometric...

Want to know what all that Fortnite hype is about? Whoa, Android fans – mind how you go
2018-06-21 19:37

Malware writers preying on the game-curious with fake apps With online gaming hit Fornite set to make its debut on Android, malware writers are already playing on the game's hype to ensnare victims.…

Red Alert Android Trojan for Rent at $500 Per Month
2018-06-21 17:53

The Red Alert 2.0 Android Trojan first detailed in September last year is currently available for rent on underground forums at $500 per month, Trustwave reports. read more

Offline Android apps get new security check
2018-06-21 13:38

How do Android users know whether an app is genuine?

Google Solves Update Issue for Android Apps Installed from Unknown Sources
2018-06-21 08:33

If you are wondering how to receive latest updates for an Android app—installed via a 3rd party source or peer-to-peer app sharing—directly from Google Play Store. For security reasons, until now...

(Cryptographically) sign me up! Android to take bad app checks offline
2018-06-20 06:04

Can't get a network connection? No problem, Google OS will still be able to check signatures Google says Android will no longer require an internet connection to check whether applications are...

HeroRat Controls Infected Android Devices via Telegram
2018-06-19 12:14

A newly detailed Android remote access Trojan (RAT) is leveraging Telegram’s bot functionality to control infected devices, ESET reveals. read more