Resources
Research Briefs
WireLurker Attacking Apple Mobile Devices
Tizen
Tizen is the newest mobile operating system by Samsung and Intel. What is its purpose? How does the architecture differ from other mobile operating systems on the market? How will current app developers be affected? Read more to find out.
IOS and Android UDIDs Susceptible to Breach
The digital publishing firm Blue Toad was the source of the leak of over a million Apple UDIDs released by the hacker group anonymous. This article analyzes how the attack on Blue Toad was made possible.
Android Ransomware
Ransomware is a type of malware that locks a users computer, holding it ransom until the user does what the attacker wants –usually pay a fee. Ransomware is growing from just a desktop form of malware to also attack mobile devices. Read more to learn more about the recent ransomware attacks on android systems.
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Useful Links
We’ve compiled some useful links for anyone who wants to learn more about mobile security and mobile technologies:
MDMs:
What is Mobile Device Management?
PaRaBal Mobile Device Management Comparison
Android:
Android Connectivity Guide and Bluetooth Implementation
iOS:
iOS Developer Guide (more specifically the security articles)
Wireless Connectivity Guides:
Baltic’s NFC Explanation Video