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Don't you just love mobile apps? So do malicious code writers

Don't you just love mobile apps? So do malicious code writers | Latest Social Media News | Scoop.it
There are some surprising numbers available that tell a dark story about mobile apps and what they can be doing on your device.

 

By now you've read about malicious apps that leak privacy data, but do you realize how serious it really is? If not, you'd better pay attention to the following statistics gathered by Symantec*. And if you think that Google Play is 100% safe, it isn't. I have some data that yields some shocking results about the number of malicious apps waiting to grab your data.

 

===> Unfortunately, the playing surface for Internet naughtiness has changed in the past couple of years and you need to know that it's only getting worse. <===

 


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Gust MEES's curator insight, March 4, 2013 11:06 AM

===> Unfortunately, the playing surface for Internet naughtiness has changed in the past couple of years and you need to know that it's only getting worse. <===

 

Check also:

 

http://www.scoop.it/t/apps-for-any-use-mostly-for-education-and-free

 

alistairm 's curator insight, March 5, 2013 3:35 AM

Oh dear - the world of technology seems to be one step forward two steps back but these issues are important especially of we are going to be using mobile devices in education and promoting BYOD approaches.

alistairm 's comment, March 19, 2013 4:39 AM
Thanks all
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BYOD: Mobile security stats

BYOD: Mobile security stats | Latest Social Media News | Scoop.it
OpenDNS and the Ponemon Institute teamed up to create a unique infographic that provides statistics on one of the most concerning topics in the industry.

 

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Please check my FREE courses and curations here to get smart and don't forget "Forewarned is Forearmed"!

 

- http://gustmees.wordpress.com/2012/07/07/bring-your-own-device-advantages-dangers-and-risks/

 

- http://gustmees.wordpress.com/category/get-smart-with-5-minutes-tutorials/

 

- http://gustmeesen.wordpress.com/2012/03/16/beginners-it-security-guide/

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/ict-security-tools

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/securite-pc-et-internet

 

- http://www.scoop.it/t/apps-for-any-use-mostly-for-education-and-free

 

           ===> Be aware of the malware!!! <===

 

Read more:

http://www.scmagazine.com/mobile-security-stats/slideshow/805/#0

 


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Why You Should Care About Mobile Security [INFOGRAPHIC]

Why You Should Care About Mobile Security [INFOGRAPHIC] | Latest Social Media News | Scoop.it
An infographic from security-testing company Veracode explores the rise of data breaches and what it could mean for businesses and consumers.

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