Apple Releases iOS 6.1.3 to Fix Lock Screen Bug

By Michael Wall | 3/19/2013

Today Apple released iOS 6.1.3 in hopes of fixing its lock screen bypass bug.

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Samsung Galaxy S III Has a Lockscreen Bug; Security Can Be Easily Bypassed

By Ed Hardy | 3/6/2013

There is a flaw in the Samsung Galaxy S III that allows the security of the lockscreen to be quickly bypassed.

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Apple Releasing iOS 6.1.3 to Fix iPhone Lockscreen Bug

By Hannah Becker | 2/22/2013

Users frustrated by a security flaw in Apple's iOS 6.1 may soon find relief as reports are saying that Apple has released a beta version of iOS 6.1.3 to developers.

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Comcast Releases Constant Guard Mobile Security App for iOS

By Valerie Sarnataro | 2/13/2013

Comcast has released a new security application for iOS to help Xfinity customers prevent online threats. Dubbed Constant Guard Mobile, the program is intended to protect users from phishing attempts and identity theft, among other dangers.

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AUDIO: Will the Security Features in BlackBerry 10 Save RIM?

By TechnologyGuide Staff | 12/26/2012

Brighthand's Site Editor was interviwed recently on whether businesses and goverment agencies are going to adopt the next-generation BlackBerry.

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FCC Aids in Smartphone Security Education with New Online Checklist

By Valerie Sarnataro | 12/20/2012

With nearly 50% of Americans owning a smartphone, the Federal Communications Commission is working to make sure users are more informed on how to keep their device secure by providing a free online security checklist.

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Samsung Working to Fix Security Hole in Its Smartphones

By Jeff Dunn | 12/20/2012

Samsung has admitted there is a security vulnerability in many of its leading devices -- including the Galaxy S III -- and says that it is working on a software update to deal with the issue. More info is available from TechnologyGuide.

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BlackBerry 10 Will Block Use of Too Obvious Passwords

By Jeff Dunn | 12/7/2012

BlackBerry maker RIM is willing to take active measures to protect its customers? safety, even if that means preventing them from setting easily predictable passwords Get more from TechnologyGuide.

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Norton Mobile Security Adds First iPhone and iPad Protection

By Jacqueline Emigh | 11/20/2012

Norton Mobile Security this week added its first Apple iOS client, along with a new pricing model for safeguarding iPhones, iPads, and Android devices alike.

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BlackBerry 10 Dons FIPS Security Certification Prior to Launch

By Valerie Sarnataro | 11/8/2012

While consumers and enterprise users won't be able to buy a device running BlackBerry 10, the latest operating system from Research In Motion, until sometime next year, when they do, the smartphones will be certified for government work, thanks to the FIPS 140-2 certification the platform has just received.

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AT&T and T-Mobile Team Up To Stop Smartphone Theft

By Valerie Sarnataro | 11/4/2012

AT&T and T-Mobile have come together to help their customers fight against smartphone theft, by launching a new database that makes using a stolen handset nearly impossible.

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Security in Android Apps Poorly Implemented, Researchers Find

By Andy Patrizio | 11/4/2012

Security researchers have found that popular Android apps downloaded by as many as 185 million are vulnerable to attackers to obtain bank account info thanks to poor implementation of SSL and TSL security, researchers have found.

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