41009501
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ShipLives writes:
Researchers have tested Google's app verification service (included in Android 4.2 last month), and found that it performed very poorly at identifying malware in apps. Specifically, the app verification service identified only ~15% of known malware in testing — whereas existing third-party security apps identified between 51% and 100% of known malware in testing.
34806647
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ShipLives writes:
Mobile security researchers have identified an aspect of Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and earlier models that clickjacking rootkits could exploit. As part of an effort to identify potential weaknesses in smartphone platforms, the team was able to develop a proof-of-concept prototype rootkit that attacks the Android framework, rather than the underlying operating system kernel. Video demonstration here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxpMPrqnxC0
22362400
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ShipLives writes:
Researchers have developed a memory device that is soft and functions well in wet environments – could lead to new biocompatible electronic devices.
21620738
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ShipLives writes:
Researchers have developed a new method that can predict MMORPG player behavior. The tool could be used by the game industry to develop new game content, or to help steer players to the parts of a game they will enjoy most. Don't think it should replace user feedback, but pretty cool data-driven approach. Ideally, could help developers make good decisions about new games/expansions.
