Given our mobile-first lifestyle, cyber attackers are continuously honing their smishing strategies to exploit vulnerabilities, indiscriminately targeting government-issued and personal devices. The recent hack of Senator Lindsey Graham’s phone offers a critical case study, revealing how smishing attacks can successfully compromise personal devices with alarming consequences. Understanding the Threat: In Graham’s case, the attacker impersonated senior leadership in a text message, coaxing him to download a malicious app. The objective wasn’t to just access government data but to also potential ..read more

It’s essential to recognize that security is not synonymous with knowing your threats. High-value software cannot be adequately protected by arbitrarily embracing code obfuscation and runtime protection alone. To achieve proper application security, you must ensure your protections act against active and relevant threats. Traditionally, businesses have safeguarded critical software from reverse engineering and tampering with application security solutions like code obfuscation and packing. However, the mobile ecosystem’s ever-expanding attack surface has led to the rapid evolution of thre ..read more

Mobile devices are the cornerstone of enterprise operations, enabling flexibility, productivity, and connectivity like never before. In an era where agility and accessibility are paramount, employees and officials rely heavily on their mobile devices to access critical information, regardless of location. However, ensuring the security of these devices is necessary for organizations to uphold operational continuity and protect against potential threats that could compromise data and disrupt essential functions.  The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) provides invaluable ..read more

In the fast-paced world of commerce, mobile threats present ongoing challenges for global retailers, impacting both consumer-facing operations and behind-the-scenes tasks. With technology increasingly integrated into every aspect of retail operations, from inventory management to customer engagement, mobile devices have become indispensable tools. However, this reliance on mobile technology exposes retailers to a myriad of cyberthreats that can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and undermine customer trust.  The Role Mobile Devices Play in Retail  Mobile devices are esse ..read more

Cybercriminals are employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to target unsuspecting users. One such tactic gaining traction is smishing – an attack that leverages text messages to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information or downloading malicious content. In this latest trend, cybercriminals create fake apps that mimic legitimate banking or financial services. These apps are designed to steal sensitive information, including login credentials and financial data, putting user’s financials at risk. What’s concerning is that these fake apps can appear legitimate, making it diffi ..read more

In today’s digitally-driven workplace, mobile applications (apps) have become indispensable tools for enhancing productivity and providing teams with seamless communication. As employees seek additional functionality and features beyond what official app stores offer, they often turn to third-party app stores. While the idea of third-party app stores may seem innocent, allowing employees access to desired apps conceals significant risk.  More recently, sideloading of apps is top of mind due to Apple bringing sideloading and alternate third-party app stores to the iPhone in the European Un ..read more

In mobile app development, there are two primary approaches: native apps and hybrid apps. Native apps are developed for specific platforms using languages like Swift for iOS and Kotlin for Android, offering fast performance and a smooth user experience. Hybrid apps, on the other hand, are built with web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and can run on multiple platforms. React Native, Flutter, Ionic are some of the most popular hybrid frameworks. While they provide versatility and broader reach, they may not deliver the same level of performance as native apps.   This b ..read more

We live in an era where our lives are intertwined with our devices. With the majority of banking transactions moving from physical to digital environments, the question of just how impenetrable these financial fortresses are to the modern-day digital Bonnie and Clyde is more pressing than ever. Sophisticated cyber threats, often referred to as ‘Mobile Banking Trojans‘, are honing their craft to target and exploit vulnerabilities in financial applications. This presents an alarming challenge not only for end-users but also for the institutions and their employees responsible for customer safety ..read more

In an age where nearly every transaction can happen with a tap on our smartphones, mobile banking has surged in popularity. While this digital progress brings undeniable convenience, it also opens the door to a host of security concerns: banking fraud and scams. For finance and security professionals, understanding the nuances between fraud and scams in the mobile banking sector is critical for protecting customer assets and safeguarding institutional integrity. Recognizing the Threats: Fraud vs. Scams Before we can devise robust defense mechanisms, let’s look at the differences between fraud ..read more

As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air, and what better time to celebrate the perfect union between Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Threat Defense (MTD)? These two security solutions have found their match in each other, creating a bond that protects enterprises’ and employees’ sensitive information. Let’s dive into their love story and discover why MDM and MTD are truly better together.  The Foundation of Mobile Security: Mobile Device Management Mobile Device Management (MDM) is a fundamental tool for overseeing or “managing” mobile devices within an organization. I ..read more