Mobile threat defense Archives

By Colm 13th August 2019

DNS over HTTPS – Your Anti-Phishing Solution is About to Go Dark

With over 46,000 new sites created every day, phishing continues to rise as one of the greatest threats currently facing mobile devices. Our phones are quickly beco

Mobile Threat Defense Enterprise mobile security, Google android, Mobile threat defense, Phishing, privacy

By Colm 7th July 2019

Understanding Malware Part 2 – What is Advanced Mobile Malware?

As users are steadily moving away from desktop and favoring mobile devices, it is inevitable that hackers will also switch their tactics. And as an increasing numbe

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By Colm 2nd July 2019

Understanding Malware Part 1 – What is Social Engineering?

Anyone that reads tech blogs or is following the latest industry news on social media will know that one of the most significant cyber-threats facing organizations

Malware, Mobile Threat Defense adware, Enterprise mobile security, malware, Mobile threat defense, social engineering

By Colm 27th May 2019

In Light of the WhatsApp Hack, Which Approach to Mobile Device Security Offers the Best Protection?

Anti-virus, Mobile Device Management and Mobile Threat Defense won’t help against today’s attacks – so where should you look for protection ? On M

Malware, Mobile Device Management, Mobile Endpoint Protection, Mobile Threat Defense, Spyware anti-virus, malware, MDM, mobile endpoint protection, Mobile threat defense, Pegasus, WhatsApp

By Colm 24th May 2019

Why Google and Apple’s Malware Protection Might Not Be Good Enough – Part 2

Last week, Part 1 of our two-part series outlined the current defense systems offered by Apple and Google, two of the world’s biggest mobile operating system

Malware, Mobile Threat Defense Apple, Google android, iOS, malware, Mobile threat defense

By Colm 21st May 2019

Why Google and Apple’s Mobile Malware Protection May Not Be Enough – Part 1

Mobile malware can take many different forms. Spyware, adware, ransomware, and Trojans are commonly hidden in seemingly innocent apps and communications designed to

Malware, Mobile Threat Defense, Uncategorized Apple, Google android, iOS, malware, Mobile threat defense

By Colm 14th May 2019

What’s Up with WhatsApp?

Following the discovery of a vulnerability (documented here) that allows the remote installation of spyware on mobile devices, WhatApp has issued a warning to all 1

Malware, Mobile Threat Defense, News, Spyware, Uncategorized malware, Mobile threat defense, Spyware, WhatsApp

By Colm 29th April 2019

Sideloading from Unofficial App Stores: Despite the Risks, Why Do We Do It?

For most smartphone and tablet users, installing an app is a simple and safe process that involves purchasing or downloading a file from their designated app store.

Malware, Mobile Device Management, Mobile Threat Defense app store, Google android, iOS, malware, Mobile threat defense

By Colm 2nd April 2019

3 Key Developments in Mobile Phishing That Every Organization Should Know

Internet phishing is not a new threat. It has existed for many years in many different forms, constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated in response to tec

Mobile phishing attack, Mobile Threat Defense Cofense, Enterprise mobile security, Mobile threat defense, Phishing, Proofpoint

By Colm 27th February 2019

Corrata’s Integration with Microsoft Defender ATP: How Exactly Does It Work?

Last month, Corrata were delighted to announce the integration of our mobile Security and Control solution with Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP),

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By Colm 19th February 2019

iOS Apps Go Rogue – How Did This Happen?

Since the release of the App Store in 2008, Apple have sought to differentiate the iPhone as an impenetrable, safe device available only to apps that have been vigo

Enterprise Mobile Device Management, Mobile Device Management, Mobile Threat Defense Apple, enterprise mobile device management, Enterprise mobile security, Facebook, Google, Mobile threat defense

By Colm 31st January 2019

Public Wi-Fi: Stealing Secrets in the Air

‘Free Wi-Fi’ – a phrase so commonly heard today that we have come to expect it in most public places. The vast majority of hotels, restaurants, co

Mobile Threat Defense, Wifi Enterprise mobile security, Mobile threat defense, Unsecured WiFi, Wifi hackers