mobile app security

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OWASP Top 10 for Mobile Apps: M5 – Insufficient Cryptography

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Cryptography, at its core, is the practice of securing communication and data through the use of algorithms and keys. For mobile apps, cryptography plays a crucial role in securing sensitive data, ensuring privacy, and maintaining the integrity of user interactions. However, *insufficient cryptography* occurs when an app fails to implement cryptographic algorithms or methods correctly, resulting in data being exposed or vulnerable to unauthorised access.

The issue of insufficient cryptography is particularly critical in mobile applications because of the increasing amount of sensitive information that these apps handle, such as financial data, personal identification information, passwords, and private conversations. Insufficient cryptography in this context means that sensitive data is not encrypted properly, or that weak or deprecated encryption methods are used, leaving the data open to attackers who can intercept, manipulate, or steal it.

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OWASP Top 10: M3 – Insecure Communication

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Insecure communication occurs when sensitive data is transmitted without adequate encryption or protective measures. This vulnerability enables attackers to intercept, alter, or steal data during transmission, exposing organisations to financial losses, reputational damage, and legal liabilities.

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In-Depth Analysis of OWASP Top 10 for Mobile Apps: M1 – Improper Platform Usage

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Improper platform usage refers to the failure to properly use security features provided by mobile platforms, such as Android and iOS. Both operating systems offer robust security mechanisms that, when properly utilised, help safeguard mobile apps from common attack vectors. However, improper configuration or ignoring these features can lead to critical vulnerabilities, which can be easily exploited by attackers.

When testing mobile apps, penetration testers must focus on how these platform-specific features are being leveraged. Whether it’s improper handling of APIs, weak authentication methods, or ineffective data storage solutions, improper platform usage can leave significant security gaps in an otherwise well-constructed app.

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Click Injection Fraud: Protecting Advertisers from Emerging Mobile Ad Fraud Threats

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Click injection fraud continues to evolve as malicious actors devise new ways to exploit vulnerabilities in mobile advertising. The financial and reputational impacts make it imperative for advertisers to take a proactive stance. By implementing fraud detection algorithms, secure app development practices, and partnering with trusted ad networks, businesses can safeguard their investments and ensure advertising integrity.

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Decoding Click Injection Fraud: The Impact on Business and How to Safeguard Against It

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Click injection fraud is a sophisticated form of mobile ad fraud where attackers manipulate user devices to generate fake ad clicks. By intercepting app installations or user interactions, fraudsters create a deceptive stream of ad engagement that appears legitimate. Fraudsters exploit a mobile device’s intent system (the mechanism by which apps communicate) to trigger clicks that are then credited to the attacker’s ad campaign, even if a legitimate user performed the action.