Google to encrypt data on new version of Android by default
The next version of Android will for the first time encrypt data by default, Google confirmed Thursday, preventing both thieves and law enforcement officials …
Researchers will compete to win up to $425,000 at Mobile Pwn2Own 2014
The third annual Mobile Pwn2Own competition will feature new devices to crack and a larger prize pool. Operated by HP Security Research’s Zero Day …
‘KorBanker’ steals SMS messages, takes authentication codes in the process
For a year, Android users have been the target of malware known as “KorBanker,” which now steals SMS messages, including sensitive information contained in …
Google Bans Disconnect.me App From Play Store Based On Vague Guidelines
Having had our own run-ins with Google’s opaque (and often hypocritical) decision-making process at times, it’s not surprising (though unfortunate) to hear of yet …
Twitter announces launch of bug bounty program
Twitter recently announced its new bug bounty program, rewarding researchers that find security vulnerabilities in its web services and mobile apps. The social media …
Parent payout: Google settles in-app purchase suit for $19M
The Federal Trade Commission on Thursday said Google has agreed to pay $19 million to consumers to settle a case about children — unbeknownst …
Millions of Android Devices Vulnerable to Heartbleed Bug
Millions of smartphones and tablets running Google Inc. (GOOG)’s Android operating system have the Heartbleed software bug, in a sign of how broadly the …
Android fragmentation turning devices into a toxic hellstew of vulnerabilities
I’m a big fan of Android, not only because I use the platform, but also because I feel that competition in the mobile space …
Facebook Is Trying To Change Its Huge Privacy Problem
Facebook wants people to stop getting frustrated with the company’s privacy settings. Well, good luck with that. Almost any change Facebook makes to privacy …
How to protect your passwords with LastPass
Who can recall the countless website passwords we’re asked to stuff into our overspilling brain boxes? And how do we make sure they don’t …
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