A paper distributed on arXiv, an online repository of e-prints, analyzes the concerning lack of security when it comes to the companion apps of IoT devices. The security issues plaguing IoT devices themselves are well-documented. While customers’ first thoughts may be on how secure their device is, for manufacturers, security often seems to be an…
Provided is a weekly snapshot of the recent data security, mobile and technology news that HOBI’s blog reported on during the week 8/20-8/24. Intel discloses new vulnerabilities: Here’s what you need to know Last week, Intel disclosed new set of processor vulnerabilities, known collectively as L1TF or L1 Terminal Fault, that could let attackers steal…
In the months following Apple’s ‘throttle-gate’ controversy, where the company admitted to slowing down the batteries of older handsets, it seems that battery life is still an important concern for most mobile phone users. In fact, researchers at the University of Waterloo have found a new method to extend the battery life of smartphones for…
Since the introduction of smartphones, we’ve seen the number of social media users soar to new heights year after year. There is an undeniable appeal in the ability to stay connected with friends, family, and quite possible strangers as well, at any time and any place. That said, for years social media sites like Facebook,…
A new report from Flurry indicates overall app usage growth is finally slowing. The firm reported app usage grew 11 percent during 2016, a significant decrease from 2015’s growth of 58 percent. Flurry defines app usage as users opening an app and the time spent using the application. While overall app usage growth slowed, time…
Apple is erasing certain apps from the app store after a report issued by SourceDNA revealed 256 apps violated security guidelines. The 256 apps totaled 1 million downloads around the world. The report, published Sunday, revealed apps using software to gather users’ personal information, including email and device identification numbers. SourceDNA has not named the…