Security Blogs | 3 min read In today’s digital-first world, companies across various sectors rely heavily on mobile applications to deliver seamless, on-demand services to customers. But the security risks associated with mobile apps make it a vulnerable option, especially in industries where sensitive information is involved. Security threats can have devastating consequences for businesses — from financial losses and legal repercussions to a damaged reputation and loss of customer trust. Table of contents The Far-Reaching Consequences of Security Threats Industry Specific Impacts Actionable Steps for Mobile App Protection The Far-Reaching Consequences of Security Threats Security threats can impact businesses in several profound ways. 1. Financial Losses: Economic losses are among the most immediate impacts of mobile app security threats. Businesses face financial damage in multiple ways, from the theft of proprietary information to unauthorized financial transactions. For instance, ...

Security Blogs | 4 min read In today’s digital landscape, mobile applications play a crucial role in business operations across industries. They not only provide businesses an easy way to connect with their clients and consumers but also provide users the ease of accessing the services and products provided by the businesses. Yet, as these applications increase in number, the risk of security threats also rises exponentially. Unfortunately, many small and medium-sized businesses, often constrained by budget limitations, struggle to access and incorporate robust security solutions in their applications, leaving them vulnerable to potential breaches. This certainly means that to make every mobile app secure and in that process, make the digital world more secure, we need to create an ecosystem where every company has access to top-notch security products and services. And for that Bugsmirror introduces a transformative concept, “Security Inclusion” - An aim to democratize access to mobil...

Security Blogs | 4 min read India is one of the largest markets of mobile banking in the world. As per the Indian Department of Financial Services , the number of financial transactions through mobile phones in India is 18,592 crore. Unified Payments Interface (UPI), a Made in India technology is ruling the world of Fintech. It is used in India, as well as Singapore, UAE, France, Mauritius, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka. As the number of transactions is huge and increasing continuously, it’s necessary that the mobile banking applications have the best security architecture, to keep the users’ information secure. Otherwise the sensitive financial and personal data of billions of people will be at risk. And to take care of the security of mobile banking apps, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set up guidelines that the companies and developers developing banking apps should follow to protect the information of those app users. These guidelines apply to the Regulated Entities (REs) liste...

Life at Bugsmirror | 4 min read “Habibi, we are in Dubai!” That’s the first thing I remember saying, as our car sped down the Sharjah to Dubai highway at 110 km/h, all six lanes gleaming under the night sky at 2:00 AM. The skyline ahead was nothing short of spectacular—skyscrapers stretching toward the heavens, with the Burj Khalifa reigning supreme. As we reached our hotel, despite being exhausted and wanting to rush straight to the bed, we took a long minute to admire the hotel and the Museum of the Future, just across from our hotel. Exhausted but too excited to care, I couldn’t wait for the adventure that lay ahead. Walking into our rooms- the first thing we did was roll up the window curtains- to take in the view- get a glimpse before we could explore the next day. And view we saw! Too many skyscrapers, amongst them the mightiest of all the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai World Trade Centre , the buzzling EMAAR Square , and one of the most happening streets of downtown Dubai right below...

Life at Bugsmirror | 5 min read This year,  Black Hat USA , a premier cybersecurity conference held annually, took place in Las Vegas. It’s a gathering of security professionals, researchers, and hackers from around the world. And of course, Bugsmirror was there. Simply because (our avid readers know it already), we are where innovation is. It was the perfect opportunity to participate in live events, network with other hunters, learn from experts, and promote our brainchild,  Bugsmirror . So without much hesitation, but with lots of planning, we decided to embark on this little trip to the bustling city of Las Vegas. Starting our journey with shubh dahi shakkar, with heavy bags and heavier hopes for the event we reached the Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi just in time for our flight. But our brimming smiles soon faded off when our flight got delayed, and we had to clear multiple security checks, each one more rigorous than the previous. We were pushed through these...

Bugsmirror Defender | 9 min read In our inaugural blog post “ Bugsmirror Defender - Pioneering the Future of Mobile App Security ”,  we introduced our amazing security product, ‘Bugsmirror Defender’, offering a glimpse into its robust security features designed to transform the mobile application security landsca pe. In this blog post, we will learn about the driving force behind Bugsmirror Defender's creation , the journey of Bugsmirror Defender from concept to reality, and the intricate workings that set it apart. To keep things easy in this blog, we will alternatively use “Defender” instead of “Bugsmirror Defender”. Let's unco ver the innovation and dedication behind Bugsmirror Defender's development, and discover how it is poised to redefine the standards of mobile app security. Table of contents The limitations of current RASP-based mobile app security solutions Bugsmirror Defender’s development: From idea to implementation How Bugsmirror Defender works and sets new st...