Think the App Store’s built-in security is enough? Think again.
Welcome to Upwardly Mobile, the podcast that exposes the gaps in iOS, Android, and HarmonyOS security. Hosts Skye and George take you into the high-stakes world of mobile defense, revealing why standard protections from Apple, Google, and Samsung often leave your sensitive data exposed. Sponsored by Approov—the gold standard in mobile app attestation—we move beyond the basics to tackle weaponized AI threats and dynamic API attacks. From runtime attestation to navigating complex compliance regulations, we equip developers and security pros with the actionable strategies needed to thwart attackers. Don’t leave your app vulnerable.
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Think the App Store’s built-in security is enough? Think again.
Welcome to Upwardly Mobile, the podcast that exposes the gaps in iOS, Android, and HarmonyOS security. Hosts Skye and George take you into the high-stakes world of mobile defense, revealing why standard protections from Apple, Google, and Samsung often leave your sensitive data exposed. Sponsored by Approov—the gold standard in mobile app attestation—we move beyond the basics to tackle weaponized AI threats and dynamic API attacks. From runtime attestation to navigating complex compliance regulations, we equip developers and security pros with the actionable strategies needed to thwart attackers. Don’t leave your app vulnerable.
Subscribe now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to elevate your security game.
Episode Summary: In this episode of Upwardly Mobile, we audit the accuracy of Approov’s 2025 cybersecurity forecast. Of the seven trends predicted, four proved to be "absolutely correct." We break down these key hits: the dual-use of AI by attackers and defenders, the undeniable dominance of cross-platform development, the crackdown on open-source supply chain risks, and the heavy impact of new global breach reporting mandates.
The 4 Mobile Security Trends That Defined the Year
Key Topics — The 4 Correct Predictions: • 1. AI’s Double-Edged Sword: We discuss how 2025 wasn't just about AI hype—it was about operational impact. Attackers utilized LLMs to lower the bar for API abuse and generate scripts to bypass WAFs, while defenders leaned on AI for anomaly detection and scan interpretation to speed up code reviews. • 2. Cross-Platform is King: The prediction that cross-platform development would be "the way forward" held true. We analyze how Flutter and React Native maintained dominance in 2025, becoming the norm for enterprise and fintech apps, though Huawei’s HarmonyOS remained a regional outlier. • 3. The Open Source Crackdown: Scrutiny on open-source software (OSS) intensified as predicted. With attackers targeting ecosystems like npm and PyPI, and regulations like the EU CRA enforcing SBOMs, organizations were forced to verify their supply chains and adopt runtime protection to catch tampering. • 4. The Breach Reporting Crunch: Approov correctly forecasted that breach reporting would demand massive investment. With the EU NIS2 Directive and PCI DSS 4.0 coming into full effect, the focus shifted from simple disclosure to operational resilience—requiring companies to report incidents in hours, not days.
Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Approov. Don’t let your mobile app be the weak link. Approov provides comprehensive runtime security, ensuring that only your genuine app communicates with your API. • Visit:approov.io • Solutions:Runtime Secrets Protection and Mobile API Security.
Keywords: Mobile Security, Cybersecurity Predictions, AI Threats, Flutter, ReactNative, Open Source Security, SBOM, NIS2 Compliance, Supply Chain Attacks, Approov, API Security.
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Upwardly Mobile - API & App Security News
Think the App Store’s built-in security is enough? Think again.
Welcome to Upwardly Mobile, the podcast that exposes the gaps in iOS, Android, and HarmonyOS security. Hosts Skye and George take you into the high-stakes world of mobile defense, revealing why standard protections from Apple, Google, and Samsung often leave your sensitive data exposed. Sponsored by Approov—the gold standard in mobile app attestation—we move beyond the basics to tackle weaponized AI threats and dynamic API attacks. From runtime attestation to navigating complex compliance regulations, we equip developers and security pros with the actionable strategies needed to thwart attackers. Don’t leave your app vulnerable.
Subscribe now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to elevate your security game.
