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Google Play Protect Android Security Suite Is Now Rolling Out

2017-08-09 20:01:59| Extremetech

The anti-malware features leverage Google's machine learning platform to monitor apps for suspicious behavior, removing them from your phone before they can cause damage. The post ‘Google Play Protect’ Android Security Suite Is Now Rolling Out appeared first on ExtremeTech.

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Security Management System supports Google Android devices.

2016-02-29 14:31:06| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Integrating video surveillance, fire alarms, and building management systems, P2000 offers extended options to protect people, property, and assets. Web-based alarm manager lets operators see and respond to alarms inside facility or throughout campus, while geo-location mapping helps user view, understand, and manage what is happening in specific locations in real-time. With case management functionality, photos, video clips, and documentation can be linked to specific alarms or security events.

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Samsung, Google to start monthly Android security updates

2015-08-06 08:51:00| Telecompaper Headlines

(Telecompaper) Samsung Electronics announced plans to start rolling out regular security updates to its Android mobile devices. The security patches will be released over the air about once a month. Samsung recently "fast tracked" a security update for its Galaxy devices to address the Android Stagefright issues, working with carriers to get the patch out quickly. The company said it will start more timely updates, given the importance of quickly addressing major vulnerabilities. Samsung said it's currently in talks with carriers around the world to implement the new approach. In collaboration with operators and partners, more details about the specific models and timelines will be released soon. Google already notifies Android manufacturers each month about potential security issues that may need addressing. Google said it will also start monthly over-the-air updates for its Nexus devices focused on security, in addition to the usual platform updates. The first security update started rolling out 05 August, including fixes for the StageFright issues. The security updates will be offered for the longer of three years from initial availability or 18 months from last sale of the device via the Google Store.

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Samsungs security failures leave 600 million Android users vulnerable to simple keyboard hack

2015-06-18 21:11:09| Extremetech

A critical new vulnerability has been discovered on Samsung Galaxy S5 and S6 devices, but the state of the Android ecosystem means there's nothing end-users can do about it (except avoid unsecured WiFi, anyway).

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