Android Security

A New Era in Android Security

A New Era in Android Security

Because of the popularity of Android, the growing user base, and the open nature of the platform, Android has become the top target for mobile malware attacks. The global app economy has been constantly growing, accelerated by mobile technologies. Arxan® Technologies introduced today its Mobile App Protection Suite at AnDevCon III. Now this is some serious shit right here! Mobile apps are distinct... »

HTC confirms security flaws, promises fix

HTC has confirmed the security flaw we reported on recently, and is in the process of building a patch to secure the leak. The security hole is a glitch that permits any application that requires an internet connection access to sensitive personal data such as GPS location, system logs, and user account information. HTC made it clear that no user data was at risk of being harmed by any of the ma... »

Looking for a Refreshing New Lockscreen Experience? Try Hidden Lock!

If so, you should seriously try this amazing app from Marinelli.Tv, an amazing community member from the world-famous XDA forums. Hidden Lock will allow you to place an invisible lock/unlock point in your device, which is fully customizable in terms of reaction time (delay in case of accidents). This app will also allow you to lock all buttons and will completely shut off the system’s lockscree... »

Ominous Malware, “GingerMaster”, Poses a Threat to Android 2.3 Devices.

Thanks to Fred, from OperationAndroid, for the heads up on this newly discovered Android malware threat. Apparently it comes to us in the form of a file name gbfm.png. Here’s what Fred posted: Android users are facing a new threat on their mobile devices as a potent variant of the DroidKungFu malware has been discovered. GingerMaster is especially worrisome, infecting Android 2.3 using a roo... »