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Mobile Security - Jasper Kahn

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Explore the history and key issues in mobile security through this 29-minute talk by Assistant CTF Master Jasper Kahn. Delve into the UNIX foundations of Android and iOS, examining their impact on security. Learn about third-party app stores, XCode, iKee, YiSpecter, the CoreText bug, and Stagefright 2.0. Gain insights into the legal considerations surrounding device rooting. Cover topics including Apple's cryptography, exploits, fake app stores, state rights, and the Unicode bug. Presented in collaboration with the Cal Poly Mobile App Development Club, this talk offers a comprehensive overview of mobile security challenges and developments.

Syllabus

Introduction
Who am I
What am I talking about
Rooting
Apple
Apple Crypto
Exploits
Fake App Store
Yeast Factor
State Rights
Stage Fright
Unicode Bug

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White Hat Cal Poly

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  • Profile image for Maanit Kapoor
    Maanit Kapoor
    Kahn emphasizes that while mobile platforms have advanced security features like Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) to prevent attacks, no system is perfectly secure. He encourages developers and users to stay informed about the underlying libraries and permission models that protect their dat
  • Profile image for Eric Amoako
    Eric Amoako
    That was a quite simple effective course. In fact I'm so happy to have the opportunity take part in this free online mobile device security course. I would like to recommend this course to others.

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