Facebook Defends Data Policies On Heels of Incriminating Internal Docs
The company allegedly tried to hide away new policy changes that would collect Android app users’ call and message logs.
Cheetah Mobile Blames SDKs for Rampant Ad Fraud in Its Android Apps
Eight popular Android apps are embezzling from the ad ecosystem on a widespread basis, according to allegations.
Malware-Laced App Lurked on Google Play For a Year
Google Play’s policy prohibits apps or SDKs that download executable code, such as dex files or native code, from a source other than Google Play
ThreatList: Google Play Nine Times Safer Than Third-Party App Stores
Out of the 2 billion Android users out there, the rate of potential malware infection is less than 1 percent across the board, Google says.
Adaptable, All-in-One Android Trojan Shows the Future of Malware
GPlayed may be the new face of malware — flexible and adaptable, with a Swiss Army knife-like toolbox that can be used to target pretty much anyone.
Android App Verification Issues Pave Way For Phishing Attacks
A research team suggested a new secure-by-design API after discovering design flaws in the way Android apps are verified by password managers.
Dangerous Pegasus Spyware Has Spread to 45 Countries
The malicious spyware has also been found in use in countries known for targeting human rights.
Crashing Mobile Apps Capture Screens, Leak Private Data
Several developer tools capture a screen as an app crashes and send it to a third-party server creating a risk of corporate data leakage.
AT Command Hitch Leaves Android Phones Open to Attack
Researchers used AT commands to rewrite device firmware, bypass Android security mechanisms, exfiltrate sensitive device information, and unlock screens.
Triout Malware Carries Out Extensive, Targeted Android Surveillance
The spyware’s surveillance capabilities are extensive, logging every call, text, photo, video and more, and sending the data to the attackers.
