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AI Risks in Mobile Apps: How to Protect Your Data and Stay Compliant

By Amy Schurr / February 26, 2025 / Comments Off on AI Risks in Mobile Apps: How to Protect Your Data and Stay Compliant

App Store and Google Play visitors find it hard to escape Artificial Intelligence (AI). From photo enhancement apps to voice assistants to health diagnostics, AI commands an undeniable presence in mobile apps. In fact, 10 out of 12 top graphic design apps use AI — it’s everywhere. As AI permeates mobile apps, it introduces a […]

How Mobile App Location Tracking Puts Executives and Enterprises at Risk

By Amy Schurr / February 12, 2025 / Comments Off on How Mobile App Location Tracking Puts Executives and Enterprises at Risk

The Real-Time Location Tracking Threat Mobile apps quietly collect vast volumes of location data unbeknownst to users. While location tracking enhances functionality of many mobile apps, this data can be exploited and exposes individuals and enterprises to serious risk. From stalking to real-time tracking and surveillance, data misuse can lead to physical harm and even […]

NowSecure Uncovers Multiple Security and Privacy Flaws in DeepSeek iOS Mobile App

By Andrew Hoog / February 6, 2025 / Comments Off on NowSecure Uncovers Multiple Security and Privacy Flaws in DeepSeek iOS Mobile App

A NowSecure mobile application security and privacy assessment has uncovered multiple security and privacy issues in the DeepSeek iOS mobile app that lead us to urge enterprises to prohibit/forbid its usage in their organizations. As the top iOS app since Jan 25, 2025, the DeepSeek iOS app has already been downloaded and used on millions […]

Decompiling Apps With AI Language Models

By NowSecure Marketing / January 29, 2025 / Comments Off on Decompiling Apps With AI Language Models

At NowSecure, we continually explore innovative ways to analyze mobile apps without requiring access to their source code. As mobile app development changes quickly with new languages, frameworks and technologies, reverse engineering tools often struggle to keep pace.  Artificial intelligence (AI) language models are emerging as valuable tools for mobile security analysts and developers, offering […]

Know Your SDKs: Protect Your Mobile Apps and Users from Hidden Risks

By Andrew Hoog / January 22, 2025 / Comments Off on Know Your SDKs: Protect Your Mobile Apps and Users from Hidden Risks

The Hidden Risks in Mobile SDKs Many app developers are unaware of the potential misuse of their platforms for unauthorized data collection, especially through advertising networks embedded in Software Development Kits (SDKs) in their app’s supply chain. These hidden risks can lead to: By integrating third-party SDKs without proper vetting, developers may unknowingly introduce vulnerabilities […]

Top Mobile App Security and Privacy Breaches of 2024

By Amy Schurr / January 8, 2025 / Comments Off on Top Mobile App Security and Privacy Breaches of 2024

The growing reliance on mobile apps has spawned a wave of security and privacy challenges in 2024 with major breaches making headlines and regulatory agencies pursuing compliance enforcement.  From exposed user data to prolonged service outages, these incidents highlight the critical need for strong mobile application security. Mobile security experts identify several threats you can […]

The Looming Threat: How Mobile Security Risks Jeopardize Reputation and Trust

By Amy Schurr / December 4, 2024 / Comments Off on The Looming Threat: How Mobile Security Risks Jeopardize Reputation and Trust

Mobile apps may run the business, but they also face threats that can destroy it. Mobile application security and privacy breaches can disrupt operations, cause  theft and fraud, endanger the personal safety of employees and result in regulatory non-compliance. The good news is CISOs can neutralize many of these threats by implementing a strong mobile […]

Top Mobile App Vulnerabilities: How to Protect Your Business from Hidden Security Risks

By Amy Schurr / November 20, 2024 / Comments Off on Top Mobile App Vulnerabilities: How to Protect Your Business from Hidden Security Risks

What risks lurk in your mobile app ecosystem? Mobile apps play a vital role in customer engagement and business operations, but they also bring unique security and privacy risks. Unlike traditional desktop applications, mobile apps run on diverse devices and operating systems, increasing their exposure to vulnerabilities.  Mobile app risks can range from insecure data […]

The AI Expansion of the Mobile App Attack Surface

By NowSecure Marketing / November 13, 2024 / Comments Off on The AI Expansion of the Mobile App Attack Surface

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming technology, and mobile apps are no exception. Organizations across verticals and size are racing to embrace AI technologies to drive productivity, but surveys indicate many consumers remain suspicious of the technology. The security, reliability and privacy implications of AI experiences face a laundry list of questions: Risks Introduced by Generative […]

NowSecure Launches PTaaS for TV and Gaming Apps: Comprehensive Security Testing for Roku, PlayStation, Android TV, Tizen, tvOS and More

By NowSecure Marketing / October 30, 2024 / Comments Off on NowSecure Launches PTaaS for TV and Gaming Apps: Comprehensive Security Testing for Roku, PlayStation, Android TV, Tizen, tvOS and More

Secure a Growing Ecosystem of Apps on TV and Gaming Platforms As organizations manage an ever-growing number of apps across devices and platforms, smart TVs and gaming consoles have joined the digital ecosystem. From streaming on Roku to interactive gaming on PlayStation, these apps are now central to customer engagement, brand reputation and data security. […]