Learn three critical steps to stop mobile MitM attacks, DeepSeek AI data leak risks, and how HIPAA security rules apply to mobile apps. Plus, malicious SDKs in crypto apps and the impact of Europe’s DMA
Three Actions You Should Take Right Now to Stop Mobile MitM Attacks
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks can expose sensitive data and compromise app security - but you can stop them before they start. Implement dynamic pinning across all communication channels, block MitM tools from accessing running apps with robust app and client attestation, and make sure you can update pins instantly when needed.
Public DeepSeek AI Database Exposes API Keys and Other User Data
DeepSeek has taken the AI world by storm. Its open-source reasoning model is outperforming major competitors, while its AI assistant has surged in popularity. As DeepSeek continues to climb the ranks with impressive performance and new innovations, security concerns are also surfacing. What does this mean for the future of AI? Here’s what experts are saying.
Zero Trust for Mobile Healthcare: Protecting ePHI on Personal Devices
As mobile devices play a growing role in healthcare, proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule aim to address cybersecurity threats that put ePHI at risk. Key concerns include cloned or modified apps, device manipulation, man-in-the-middle attacks, API secret exposure, and identity exploits.
Malicious SDKs Found in Popular Android and iOS Crypto Apps
A new threat, "SparkCat," is targeting Android and iOS apps, embedding a malicious SDK that uses OCR to steal cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases. Over 242,000 downloads of infected apps were recorded on Google Play alone. With major security risks for crypto users, this attack highlights the growing danger of hidden threats in mobile apps. Learn more in this Bleeping Computer article.
Digital Markets Act: Europe’s Digital Competitiveness at Stake
Despite the DMA deadline passing over nine months ago, certain gatekeepers continue to sidestep the regulations. The Coalition for App Fairness, alongside a diverse alliance is calling on the EU Commission to act decisively in promoting fair competition and innovation. Read the letter & join the call for enforcement.
