Flaws in PDF Document Apps Allow Alterations
A German research team found flaws in PDF apps which allow hackers to alter its contents. It could be the sliver of access a bad actor needs. … Read more
Application Security
According to csoonline.com, “Application security is the process of making apps more secure by finding, fixing, and enhancing the security of apps.” Most security is built-in during the development of an application, but it also encompasses the updates and patching that occurs when apps are updated.
Updates are critical to the security of your apps as hackers are increasingly targeting applications with their attacks. App sec is an integral part of an app’s success or failure. If an app is easily hackable and consistently breaks, consumers will not use it, causing loss of revenue. But if an application is secure, not fragile and functions appropriately, then it will get used and profits increase.
U.S. Soldiers Leak Nuclear Info Via Flashcard Apps
U.S. soldiers used public-facing flashcard apps to store and study sensitive security protocols and nuclear stockpile information. … Read more
Apple Ad Tracking Transparency Puts Users in Charge
Ad tracking is common, but users are unaware of what is being shared. Apple's Ad Tracking Transparency gives users control over data sharing. … Read more
Apple Fails to Notify 128 Million Users of Malware
Apple failed to notify 128 million users during a 2015 breach. Notifying affected users of a breach is an imperative step in incident response. … Read more
What the Facebook Leak Means for Businesses
Over 500 million users had their information shared publicly from a 2019 Facebook breach. Businesses should take steps to mitigate impact. … Read more
Roll Breach Illustrates Why Security Audits Matter
Roll, a startup based in ethereum blockchain, was breached for $5.7 million. The handling of this situation shows why security audits matter. … Read more
Medical Technology Making Leaps Despite Persistent Security Threats
Innovations in medical technology and medical modernization continue despite persistent security threats. Healthcare facilities must remember to secure all new technology. … Read more
Parler Hack Due to Zero Security
Before Amazon took Parler off the internet, it was hacked. The hack downloaded terabytes of data, but no personal information was taken. … Read more
Is Google Play on the Verge of Implosion?
Google Play made headlines again last week for a flaw in one of its core libraries. There are at least 14 apps with millions of downloads affected. … Read more
Google Play Cybersecurity Woes Continue
Google Play's cybersecurity let in apps that leak data and track users. Businesses must secure their products during development. … Read more