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Mobile Security: Archive: June 2012 

Top 20 Android Security Apps

Protect your Android device against malicious apps, mobile malware, and theft with these essential security solutions.

Face.com Patches KLIK App Security Flaw

The vulnerability enabled attackers to hijack any KLIK user's Facebook and Twitter accounts to get access to their photos.

Android Malware Poses as Security App

The malware is designed to steal incoming SMS messages.

Mobile Security Startup Bluebox Gets $9.5 Million

The company claims its offering will be 'the next evolution in enterprise security technology.'

Six Arrested in Japan Over Mobile Porn Malware

The malicious Android app was used to steal more than $250,000 from 211 victims.

Sophos Lists Top Android Malware

The malware is capable of sending premium SMS messages, displaying unwanted ads, and more.

Facebook Intros Mobile Security Enhancements

Three new features are designed to help mobile users protect their Facebook accounts.

NQ Mobile Warns of Malware Posing as Gmail App for Android

The DDSpy malware is capable of uploading SMS messages, call logs, and recorded phone calls. 

Nuance Intros Voice Biometrics for Mobile Devices

The company's Dragon ID technology replaces the user's device passcode with a spoken word or phrase.

LinkedIn Updates Mobile Apps in Response to Privacy Concerns

The iOS app uploads detailed meeting data, including personal notes, to LinkedIn's servers.

Researchers Sidestep Bouncer Security, Plant Malware in Google Play

Jon Oberheide and Charlie Miller will present their findings later this week at SummerCon.

AnchorFree Launches Hotspot Shield for Android

The app is designed to protect users against spam, phishing and malware threats.