On Monday, Russian officials announced a successful series of raids against a hacking gang…
Tag: Android insecurity
Android malware that can infiltrate corporate networks is spreading rapidly
An Android malware is spreading across app stores, including Google Play, and has the capability of stealing sensitive files from corporate networks…
Over 10 million Android phones reportedly infected with Chinese malware
At least 10 million Android devices have been infected by malware called HummingBad…
Apple’s revolutionary iPhone is nine years old – and still no significant malware outbreaks
Apple started selling the Apple iPhone nine years ago today…
Google’s flawed Android is essentially unfixable
The search and mobile giant on Monday released its monthly round of Android security fixes…
Google removes Android app made by the Taliban from its Play store
Google has removed an app made by the Taliban from its Play store…
Android malware hits Aussie bank customers, iOS users unaffected
New malware that targets Android banking apps of Australia’s big banks has been detected…
85% of mobile device failures occur on Android, with Samsung leading the way
The overwhelming majority of mobile device failures come from handsets running the Android operating system…
Android’s weakness continues to undermine Google
Android is a BlackBerry clone that was hastily rejiggered to mimic iPhone at the last minute. Obviously, mistakes were made and corners were cut…
More than 90% of Android devices are running out-dated, insecure operating system versions
More than 90% of Android devices are running out-dated versions of the mobile operating systems, leaving them highly susceptible to vulnerabilities such as Stagefright…
Dangerous new zero-day flaw affects more than two-thirds of all Android devices
If exploited, an attacker would be able to execute code and extract cached security data, which can include encryption and authentication keys…
Android malware steals one-time passcodes, a crucial defense for online banking
One-time passcodes, a crucial defense for online banking applications, are being intercepted by a malware program for Android…
Apple’s kowtow to China undermines Obama’s tough talk on snooping or something
US president Barack Obama was sharply critical of China’s newest security demands…
Ex-NSA lawyer says encryption could ‘BlackBerry’ Apple and Google
The battle over encryption of consumer internet users’ data…
Edward Snowden’s privacy tips: ‘Get rid of Dropbox,” avoid Facebook and Google
According to Edward Snowden, people who care about their privacy should stay away from Google, Facebook, and Dropbox…
Apple’s iPhone encryption is a godsend, even if government snoops and cops hate it
It took the upheaval of the Edward Snowden revelations to make clear to everyone…
Short-timer U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder blasts Apple for protecting users’ privacy against government overreach
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder urged Apple to preserve law-enforcement access to smartphones…
Signaling post-Snowden era, Apple’s iPhone, iPad lock out N.S.A.
This distinguishes Apple from companies that make a profit from collecting and selling users’ personal data to advertisers…
What if Osama bin Laden had an iPhone?
Apple’s decision to release a mobile operating system that is so thoroughly encrypted that the company cannot unlock its devices for authorities…
FBI blasts Apple for protective users’ privacy by locking government, police out of iPhones and iPads
FBI Director James B. Comey sharply criticized Apple on Thursday…
Apple thinks different about privacy
Your data is your data,not something to be monetized…
Apple CEO Tim Cook ups privacy to new level, takes direct swipe at Google
Unlike our competitors, Apple cannot bypass your passcode and therefore cannot access your personal data…
Apple will no longer unlock most iPhones, iPads for government, police – even with search warrants
Apple is making it impossible for the company to turn over data…
Android apps booby-trapped to mine virtual cash
Android apps that have been downloaded millions of times…
French hacker admits stealing 500,000 euros from Android smartphone users
A 20-year-old hacker has been arrested in northern France for spreading a virus via Android apps…
