Category: Security News

Mobile security: The reality of malware … augmented

March 13, 2017

Originally, it was expected that mobile devices would evolve to become handheld computers with capabilities similar to any desktop. It is clear today that our smartphones and tablets have evolved beyond this point, creating new means of technological interaction not previously imagined. Within the context of socio-technological revolution, the rise of virtual reality technology raises … More Mobile security: The reality of malware … augmented

Consumer Reports launches new privacy and data security standard

March 10, 2017

Consumer Reports has announced it is to launch the first phase of a collaborative effort to set up a new standard for digital security for consumers, in an attempt to boost consumer confidence in privacy and data security. The new initiative will aim to bring out the positive aspects of previous similar schemes, and will … More Consumer Reports launches new privacy and data security standard

Ways in which to plug the infosec talent gap

March 9, 2017

As a reader of this blog, you’ll know that security issues are a daily reality. If you’re a security practitioner, you may wish you could clone yourself to help deal with the never-ending workload. Each day seems to bring a new report focusing on the shortage of qualified information security professionals to fill positions. Is … More Ways in which to plug the infosec talent gap

Aggressive ad-displaying Google Play app tricks users into leaving high ratings

March 8, 2017

ESET researchers have observed an increased number of apps on Google Play using social engineering techniques to boost their ratings, ranging from legitimate apps, through adware to malware. Among these falsely high-ranking apps, an aggressive ad-displaying trojan was spotted, installed by up to 5,000 users as a tool to download content from YouTube. The app, … More Aggressive ad-displaying Google Play app tricks users into leaving high ratings