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Android Devices Vulnerable to 'SMS of Death' Attack Affecting Older OS Versions

Android Devices Vulnerable to 'SMS of Death' Attack Affecting Older OS Versions

A vulnerability dubbed the 'SMS of Death' has been identified in Android devices, allowing attackers to crash active calls and potentially render handsets unusable through malformed WAP Push messages. This flaw, disclosed by independent security researcher Mark Blaszczyk, exploits how the Android OS processes the header of a WAP Push message. Upon receiving a specially crafted message, the `com.android.phone` process, which manages voice calls, crashes. Repeated messages can lead to the device becoming inoperable without any user interaction. While Google has released a security update for Android versions 14.0 and newer, approximately 25% of Android users globally are still running older versions and remain vulnerable if their handset manufacturers do not provide a fix. Observations by Enea’s Threat Intelligence Unit in North American networks showed a spike in attack activity following public disclosure and subsequent media coverage.
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The Hidden Detail About the RDP Protocol That Most Engineers Skip

The Hidden Detail About the RDP Protocol That Most Engineers Skip

Many IT engineers enable Network Level Authentication on RDP and assume it's secure, but a hidden detail about how it works is often missed.
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What IoT Security: Building a Roadmap Actually Looks Like in a Real Incident

What IoT Security: Building a Roadmap Actually Looks Like in a Real Incident

A practical guide to navigating an IoT security breach, this piece walks through the key stages of incident response, from detection to recovery.
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7 OAuth Integration Mistakes That Can Put Startup Customer Data at Risk

7 OAuth Integration Mistakes That Can Put Startup Customer Data at Risk

Learn the seven common OAuth 2.0 integration mistakes that can expose startup customer data and how to implement the framework securely.
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The Real Reason Security Engineers Disagree About Cloud Security for a Federal Agency

The Real Reason Security Engineers Disagree About Cloud Security for a Federal Agency

Beyond public vs. private, the debate over federal cloud security is rooted in competing philosophies of control, speed, and compliance.
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How Interviewing for a Vulnerability Manager Role Quietly Shapes Modern Security Architecture

How Interviewing for a Vulnerability Manager Role Quietly Shapes Modern Security Architecture

Discover how the process of hiring a vulnerability manager often acts as an unintentional audit, forcing companies to define and mature their security architecture.
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WhatsApp Tests New Phone Number Privacy Feature for Enhanced User Control

WhatsApp Tests New Phone Number Privacy Feature for Enhanced User Control

WhatsApp is developing a new privacy feature that will allow users greater control over the visibility of their phone numbers. This upcoming option will enable users to decide who can see their numbers during chats and calls, aiming to protect personal information. According to technology reports, the feature has appeared in a new Android beta version, suggesting WhatsApp is working on additional privacy settings. This development follows WhatsApp's introduction of a username feature in June 2026, which allows users to contact others without sharing their phone numbers. The new privacy feature will specifically benefit users who have a WhatsApp username, as it will not hide numbers from contacts who already possess them. Under the proposed system, users will have four privacy options: Everyone, My Contacts, My Contacts Except, and Nobody, allowing them to choose who can view their phone numbers during conversations and calls. The feature is currently under development and not yet available to beta testers,...
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Why Most Teams Misread Network Security: Choosing the Right Tools

Why Most Teams Misread Network Security: Choosing the Right Tools

Many teams invest in security tools that don't match modern threats. Understanding the shift from perimeter defense to a zero-trust model is key.
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The Hidden Vulnerability Behind Defenses Against Credential Stuffing

The Hidden Vulnerability Behind Defenses Against Credential Stuffing

Even with MFA and CAPTCHA, your business may be exposed to credential stuffing. The biggest threat isn't your front door, but a less obvious vulnerability.
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Revolve Data Breach Exposes Personal and Payment Information of 1.5 Million Customers

Revolve Data Breach Exposes Personal and Payment Information of 1.5 Million Customers

Revolve Data Breach Exposes Personal and Payment Information of 1.5 Million Customers
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PHP Security Flaws Raise Systemic Risk Concerns for Cyber Insurers Amid AI Acceleration

PHP Security Flaws Raise Systemic Risk Concerns for Cyber Insurers Amid AI Acceleration

PHP Security Flaws Raise Systemic Risk Concerns for Cyber Insurers Amid AI Acceleration
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Zoom Seeks Account Executive for Midmarket VAST Team to Engage C-suite Decision-Makers

Zoom Seeks Account Executive for Midmarket VAST Team to Engage C-suite Decision-Makers

Zoom Seeks Account Executive for Midmarket VAST Team to Engage C-suite Decision-Makers