February 9, 2024

Google Will Block Android Users From Installing ‘Unsafe’ Apps in Fraud Protection Test

Google is collaborating with the Singapore government to roll out a new security feature in Google Play Protect to block the installation of potentially risky side-loaded apps, aiming to protect Android users from malware-enabled scams.

iPhone Apps Abuse iOS Push Notifications to Collect User Data

Many apps abuse the background processing feature to transmit device data to their servers, potentially enabling fingerprinting and persistent tracking, which is strictly prohibited in iOS.

iShutdown Method Allows to Discover Spyware Infections on iPhones

The presence of spyware, such as Pegasus, Predator, and Reign, can be identified by examining the Shutdown.log file for anomalous log entries related to processes delaying the reboot.

These aren’t the Android phones you should be looking for

Users should exercise caution when using third-party app stores or purchasing cheap devices from unknown brands, as they may be at a higher risk of malware and other security threats.

Google Using Clang Sanitizers to Protect Android Against Cellular Baseband Vulnerabilities

Google is using Clang sanitizers to enhance the security of the cellular baseband in Android. The sanitizers, including IntSan and BoundSan, detect and prevent vulnerabilities in program execution.

Signal Tests Usernames That Keep Your Phone Number Private

Signal is testing a new feature that allows users to conceal their phone numbers by using public usernames. The feature is currently being tested in a separate staging environment and users can access it by installing pre-beta builds.

Google Play Store Highlights 'Independent Security Review' Badge for VPN Apps

The Mobile Application Security Assessment (MASA) allows developers to have their apps independently validated against a global security standard, such as the Mobile Application Security Verification Standard (MASVS).

Samsung Galaxy Gets New Auto Blocker Anti-Malware Feature

Auto Blocker prevents the installation of risky apps downloaded from outside the official app stores to protect users from malware and spyware. It also blocks unauthorized commands and software installations via the USB port.

Huawei, Vivo Phones Tag Google App as TrojanSMS-PA Malware

Huawei, Honor, and Vivo devices are displaying false security alerts urging the deletion of the Google app due to a supposed TrojanSMS-PA malware, but Google denies that its app triggered the alerts.

Google Play Protect Bolsters Security Against Malicious Apps

Google has announced a significant update to its Google Play Protect feature in response to the increasing threats targeting mobile devices. It includes real-time code-level scanning during the installation process to counter evasion techniques.

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