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Tahawul Tech
07-05-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Appknox launches Storeknox at GISEC Global 2025
Appknox, a global leader in mobile application security, recently announced the launch of Storeknox, a groundbreaking continuous store monitoring platform designed to protect enterprises from evolving mobile app threats. The new solution was unveiled at GISEC Global 2025, where cybersecurity professionals from around the world are gathering to discuss the industry's most pressing challenges. As mobile apps become critical touchpoints across industries—from finance and healthcare to telecom and retail—threat actors are exploiting them through fake apps, phishing campaigns, and brand impersonation. Storeknox helps organisations take control by detecting and responding to unauthorised versions, malicious clones, and live threats across public app stores. The platform delivers real-time visibility across marketplaces like Google Play and the Apple App Store, monitoring official apps for unauthorised uploads, version changes, and policy violations. 'Security doesn't stop at app release—it enters a new phase', said Subho Halder, CEO & Co-founder of Appknox. 'In mobile-first regions like the GCC, fake apps, malware, and brand abuse are growing at an alarming rate. Enterprises need continuous AI-driven protection that evolves with the threat landscape—and that's exactly what Storeknox delivers. It's the missing layer of defence that businesses have been asking for—and today, we're making it a reality'. Unlike legacy approaches that stop at development-stage testing, Storeknox introduces post-release monitoring as an essential layer of protection. Utilising AI-powered detection technology, Storeknox uncovers malicious behaviour, injected code, phishing attempts, and shadow versions that often go unnoticed after an app is live. By consolidating threat intelligence, metadata monitoring, and automated alerts into a centralised dashboard, Storeknox gives CISOs and security teams the ability to act swiftly, close security gaps, and protect user trust. 'The development of Storeknox was driven by direct input from Appknox's enterprise customers, many of whom cited a lack of visibility after release as a top concern', Halder continues. 'With mobile applications deployed across multiple geographies, these organisations struggled to identify unauthorised clones, outdated versions, or fraudulent apps imitating their brands. Storeknox was built to solve these challenges, offering real-time protection for the post-launch phase which is a critical period often overlooked by traditional security solutions'. Storeknox aligns with Appknox's vision to offer full-lifecycle mobile app security, complementing its existing stack of testing solutions such as SAST, DAST, API testing, and SBOM. Together, these solutions empower security and DevSecOps teams to manage risk from development through deployment, while supporting compliance with local and global regulations. Image Credit: Appknox
Channel Post MEA
07-05-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Appknox Launches Storeknox At GISEC Global 2025
Appknox has announced the launch of Storeknox, a continuous store monitoring platform designed to protect enterprises from evolving mobile app threats. The new solution was unveiled at GISEC Global 2025, where cybersecurity professionals from around the world are gathering to discuss the industry's most pressing challenges. As mobile apps become critical touchpoints across industries—from finance and healthcare to telecom and retail—threat actors are exploiting them through fake apps, phishing campaigns, and brand impersonation. Storeknox helps organizations take control by detecting and responding to unauthorized versions, malicious clones, and live threats across public app stores. The platform delivers real-time visibility across marketplaces like Google Play and the Apple App Store, monitoring official apps for unauthorized uploads, version changes, and policy violations. 'Security doesn't stop at app release—it enters a new phase,' said Subho Halder, CEO & Co-founder of Appknox. 'In mobile-first regions like the GCC, fake apps, malware, and brand abuse are growing at an alarming rate. Enterprises need continuous AI-driven protection that evolves with the threat landscape—and that's exactly what Storeknox delivers. It's the missing layer of defense that businesses have been asking for—and today, we're making it a reality. Unlike legacy approaches that stop at development-stage testing, Storeknox introduces post-release monitoring as an essential layer of protection. Utilizing AI-powered detection technology, Storeknox uncovers malicious behavior, injected code, phishing attempts, and shadow versions that often go unnoticed after an app is live. By consolidating threat intelligence, metadata monitoring, and automated alerts into a centralized dashboard, Storeknox gives CISOs and security teams the ability to act swiftly, close security gaps, and protect user trust. 'The development of Storeknox was driven by direct input from Appknox's enterprise customers, many of whom cited a lack of visibility after release as a top concern,' Halder continues. 'With mobile applications deployed across multiple geographies, these organizations struggled to identify unauthorized clones, outdated versions, or fraudulent apps imitating their brands. Storeknox was built to solve these challenges, offering real-time protection for the post-launch phase which is a critical period often overlooked by traditional security solutions.' Storeknox aligns with Appknox's vision to offer full-lifecycle mobile app security, complementing its existing stack of testing solutions such as SAST, DAST, API testing, and SBOM. Together, these solutions empower security and DevSecOps teams to manage risk from development through deployment, while supporting compliance with local and global regulations.
Zawya
07-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Appknox launches Storeknox at GISEC Global 2025 to secure mobile apps after release and combat fake apps in the GCC
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Appknox, a global leader in mobile application security, today announced the launch of Storeknox, a groundbreaking continuous store monitoring platform designed to protect enterprises from evolving mobile app threats. The new solution was unveiled at GISEC Global 2025, where cybersecurity professionals from around the world are gathering to discuss the industry's most pressing challenges. As mobile apps become critical touchpoints across industries—from finance and healthcare to telecom and retail—threat actors are exploiting them through fake apps, phishing campaigns, and brand impersonation. Storeknox helps organizations take control by detecting and responding to unauthorized versions, malicious clones, and live threats across public app stores. The platform delivers real-time visibility across marketplaces like Google Play and the Apple App Store, monitoring official apps for unauthorized uploads, version changes, and policy violations. 'Security doesn't stop at app release—it enters a new phase,' said Subho Halder, CEO & Co-founder of Appknox. 'In mobile-first regions like the GCC, fake apps, malware, and brand abuse are growing at an alarming rate. Enterprises need continuous AI-driven protection that evolves with the threat landscape—and that's exactly what Storeknox delivers. It's the missing layer of defense that businesses have been asking for—and today, we're making it a reality. Unlike legacy approaches that stop at development-stage testing, Storeknox introduces post-release monitoring as an essential layer of protection. Utilizing AI-powered detection technology, Storeknox uncovers malicious behavior, injected code, phishing attempts, and shadow versions that often go unnoticed after an app is live. By consolidating threat intelligence, metadata monitoring, and automated alerts into a centralized dashboard, Storeknox gives CISOs and security teams the ability to act swiftly, close security gaps, and protect user trust. 'The development of Storeknox was driven by direct input from Appknox's enterprise customers, many of whom cited a lack of visibility after release as a top concern,' Halder continues. 'With mobile applications deployed across multiple geographies, these organizations struggled to identify unauthorized clones, outdated versions, or fraudulent apps imitating their brands. Storeknox was built to solve these challenges, offering real-time protection for the post-launch phase which is a critical period often overlooked by traditional security solutions.' Storeknox aligns with Appknox's vision to offer full-lifecycle mobile app security, complementing its existing stack of testing solutions such as SAST, DAST, API testing, and SBOM. Together, these solutions empower security and DevSecOps teams to manage risk from development through deployment, while supporting compliance with local and global regulations. About Appknox Appknox is a global leader in mobile application security, offering advanced testing solutions, including SAST, DAST, API testing, SBOM, Penetration Testing, and Storeknox. With a focus on identifying AI vulnerabilities, Appknox ensures unparalleled security coverage. Trusted by organizations in over 60 countries, including top banks, conglomerates, and government bodies, Appknox's solutions are designed for seamless integration with CI/CD pipelines, empowering businesses to protect their mobile apps while meeting stringent global and local compliance requirements. Learn more about Appknox's AI-powered solutions at Media Contact
Forbes
18-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Perplexity's Android App Is Infested With Security Flaws, Report Finds
Perplexity CEO and cofounder Aravind Srinivas. In February, days before the Super Bowl, Aravind Srinivas, CEO of AI search startup Perplexity, gave users a sparkly incentive to install its app. He posted on X that instead of buying a Super Bowl ad, the company would give $1 million to one lucky user who downloaded Perplexity's app, referred it to their friends and asked it five questions during the game, a move to lure more people for a chance to win the grand sum. 'Ask like a millionaire,' he said. But the company's Android app, which offers not only search capabilities but also acts as an AI assistant, is riddled with a host of security issues that could expose its users to data theft, account takeovers and impersonation attacks from malicious hackers, according to a report by India-based mobile security company Appknox. One of these gaps also lets anyone access Perplexity's API for free, exposing the company itself to the risk of losing revenue. Security researcher and Appknox CEO Subho Halder said it's easy to make clones of Perplexity's Android app because its code is embedded with what's called 'hardcoded secrets' — sensitive information like passwords and API keys (a string of alphabets and numbers that is used to identify and verify an application making requests to use that API), which can be extracted by an attacker. The cloned app can then be used to trick users into believing it's the real one, enabling hacks to collect private data like login information and uploaded documents. Perplexity rolled out its agent-like AI assistant for Android devices in January, which it claimed could carry out tasks like booking an Uber, playing a video on YouTube, finding songs on Spotify and making reservations all on its own. But the slew of security flaws has been uncovered just as Perplexity, reportedly in talks to raise funding at an $18 billion valuation, tries to find new ways to distribute its mobile app to more users and put it in more people's hands. The company is in talks with smartphone manufacturing giant Samsung to integrate its AI assistant into their phones and it has already reached an agreement with Lenovo-owned Motorola to do the same, according to Bloomberg. Perplexity did not respond to a request for comment. Perplexity's app is also susceptible to an attack called 'task hijacking' in which a rogue app takes control of the phone's actions without your knowledge as you use a different one. The now-malicious app can then monitor your activity and collect data. For example, someone could hack Perplexity's app so that if you're typing a prompt into Amazon's search box, it could unknowingly give hackers access to it. Halder said it could even fall prey to network-based attacks where people on an unsecured network such as an airport hotspot can have their conversations with Perplexity intercepted and their data stolen. Founded in 2022, Perplexity's first product was a conversational AI search engine that crawls the web for information and uses a mix of large language models from OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta to answer questions on any given topic by producing AI-generated summaries that include links to sources from across the web. It has raised a total of $900 million in venture funding from tech bigwigs like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and OpenAI cofounder Andrej Karpathy and is currently valued at $9 billion, according to Pitchdeck. Perplexity's app has more than 10 million downloads on Google Play. Security vulnerabilities are just part of the problem for Perplexity. The company has come under fire from Forbes and other media outlets for allegedly plagiarizing their reporting and redistributing it across multiple platforms through a feature called Perplexity Pages. At the time, Srinivas said that its republishing product feature had 'rough edges' and that Perplexity was 'improving it with more feedback.' In June 2024, Forbes sent a cease-and-desist letter to Perplexity, accusing it of infringing copyright, to which the Perplexity responded saying the claims were meritless and that factual information is not protected by copyright law. Safety in the world of AI often focuses on the models themselves–ensuring that they're producing accurate information and aren't affected by bias. This report underscores the idea that securing the application where people interact with the models is just as important, Halder told Forbes. Halder's advice to users is to remove Perplexity's Android app from the phone until the issues are resolved. AI applications are being built at a breakneck speed and many are failing on the most basic vulnerability checks, Halder said, but 'Perplexity is a full-blown security hazard.' MORE FROM FORBES
Khaleej Times
07-02-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Cybersecurity industry sees annual growth at 20%
The cybersecurity industry is seeing rapid expansion, particularly in application security, where we operate. This segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20%, driven by evolving cyber threats and increasing regulatory requirements. Seeking to cash in on this trend, Appknox, which was founded in 2014 in Singapore, and is a leader in mobile application security, is targeting a 2.5X growth in 2025, alongside maintaining a Net Retention Revenue (NRR) of 120%, said Subho Halder, CEO of Appknox. The GCC region is a top priority for Appknox, contributing to one-third of its total revenue. Its expansion strategy for 2025 focuses on five key areas: 1. Regulatory Compliance: Appknox is already compliant with SAMA, TDRA, and Department of Health (DoH) guidelines and are actively working towards obtaining OCERT and similar certifications across GCC countries to further enhance trust and adoption. 2. Data Sovereignty: The company is heavily investing in local cloud hosting. It has partnered with Oracle in KSA and are in discussions with Azure for the wider GCC to ensure data remains within regional boundaries. 3. Government & Enterprise Collaboration: Appknox aims to deepen engagement with government entities and large enterprises, addressing their growing mobile security needs as they undergo digital transformation. 4. Strengthening Regional Partnerships: It plans to expand its network of SIs, MSSPs, and resellers to offer tailor-made security solutions. 5. Building a Stronger Local Presence: Appknox aims to expand its on-ground team in the GCC, reinforcing our commitment to this high-growth market. 'By focusing on these strategic initiatives, we aim to solidify our leadership position and drive further growth in the Middle East,' Halder said. Appknox has developed more than 200 comprehensive test cases and has a global client base of 500+ enterprise customers. 'Additionally, we recently launched Storeknox, a groundbreaking solution designed to protect organizations from security threats originating from app stores. With the rise of AI-driven threats, we are also pioneering AI-led vulnerability testing, integrating machine learning models into our security assessments to detect risks more effectively,' Halder added. Appknox has a strong presence in several highly regulated and security-sensitive sectors like Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance, Telecommunications, E-commerce & Retail, Healthcare & Government. It currently collaborates with over 100 global partners, with a strong presence in the GCC and Middle East, where it has built partnerships with more than 50 regional partners. Given that the GCC is a partner-driven market, we work closely with System Integrators (SIs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), and resellers across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman. To streamline these partnerships, we have teamed up with BULWARK, our distributor for the UAE and KSA, helping us scale operations and meet growing customer demand,' Halder said.
