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Mobile application security: vulnerabilities to watch out for

Computer systems and computers are not the only ones with security vulnerabilities: mobile devices and applications are also very vulnerable to cyber attacks. Some vulnerabilities are more frequent on this type of technical environment and it is necessary to detect them, from the creation phase of an application to the end of its life cycle. I - Security on Android and iOS: two rooms, two atmospheres On the smartphone market, two operating systems predominate: iOS and Android. In June 2021, their combined market share is 99.9% on the French market. Source : Apple or Android Nation? Statista These two operating systems have their own specificities in terms of application development. Indeed, while iOS applications are mainly programmed in Objective-C language, Java is used on Android. The same goes for their installation, configuration, programming environment, design, testing and management of the cybersecurity strategy. II - The main types of vulnerabilities in mobile applications Before listing the main vulnerabilities observed in mobile applications, it is important to remember that there are two categories of vulnerabilities in mobile applications.

2024-01-26T15:25:18+01:00September 14, 2021|Digital|0 comment
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APIs: Necessary to perfect the user experience?

Whether to facilitate the work of developers or to enhance the end-user experience, the use of APIs has become indispensable. It guarantees a finished product that is both high-performance and reliable. Today's end-users are very demanding. Applications and services have evolved enormously, radically differing from their compartmentalized predecessors. Developers are now creating ecosystems of microservices. These programs offer unique functionalities and are designed to be interconnected. For the sake of usability, integration between them must be seamless. To achieve this, APIs are essential, as they provide an interface between all these programs. What is an API? An API is an intermediary between two applications. In concrete terms, it's a set of variables and protocols that enable simple data exchange with an existing application. Take a look at the 4 essential steps to choosing and implementing an API. Some examples of popular Microsoft APIs (source: RapidAPI) How does an API work? The API creates a connection with a software brick made up of a group of functionalities. It provides third-party applications with a list of elements enabling access to these functionalities, as well as [...].

2024-03-11T15:44:37+01:00August 31, 2021|Digital|0 comment
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UX/UI trends for 2021 to test urgently!

What are the UX/UI trends for 2021? In an increasingly competitive web ecosystem, it's essential to take care of the user experience of websites and mobile applications. As a result, UX/UI are now essential levers for optimizing the customer experience. As a reminder, UX (User Experience) refers to the overall user experience. It encompasses all the resources deployed to design an interface that meets the user's needs. UI (User Interface), on the other hand, is a branch of UX: the user interface. Where UX focuses on the overall functioning of interfaces, UI is concerned with the visual aspect. In this way, UI aims to catch the visitor's eye and facilitate navigation, to encourage engagement. Read our article "User experience must be at the heart of CIO strategy". Welcome to the world of UX/UI, a constantly evolving field: UX Writing, biometrics, Security by design, Glassmorphism, advanced micro-interactions, Neuromorphism and even artificial intelligence are all major trends for 2021. Major UI graphic trends in 2021 UX Writing UX Writing refers to the editorial dimension of UX. It refers to texts written to enhance the visitor's experience throughout the site. Unlike copywriting, the idea here is to [...]

2023-12-11T16:32:18+01:00July 27, 2021|Digital|0 comment
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How do you secure your mobile application data?

How do you secure your mobile application data? In the age of hyper-connectivity, the issue of data protection is a constant in cybersecurity. There is no shortage of examples of massive hacking, as in May 2020 when a smartphone caller ID app reported a security breach. The personal data of over 47.5 million users was then exposed to theft. Today, the security of application data must be maintained throughout the entire Application Development Life Cycle (ADLC), long after the application has been downloaded by the end user. Rest assured: there are many ways to effectively improve data security on a mobile application, without compromising the user experience. Best practice no. 1 for securing data on your mobile application: analyze risks upstream An application's areas of vulnerability vary according to its architecture and functionality. It is therefore essential to carry out a preliminary risk analysis before launching a development project. To do this, make sure you know all the features of your future application: do you want to integrate a payment module? An identification system? Do you have a [...]

2024-04-17T10:30:41+02:00July 8, 2021|Digital|0 comment
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Application development: 4 ways to run an application project in 2021

In 2021, 4 types of application development will predominate. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages. From Web Apps to hybrid applications, through native development and native generated applications, here is an overview of these application development models to help you define which one to choose for your project. The 4 main types of application development: native application, native generated application, hybrid application and Web App Contrary to popular belief, mobile applications are not on the decline, quite the contrary: they effectively meet the needs of many projects and users. Although there are others, here are 4 types of application development selected according to 3 criteria: popularity, efficiency and profitability. Native application development, to aim for excellence Native remains the main technology for mobile application development. It is simply a matter of using a specific language for each operating system to create the application from scratch on each platform. The development of a mobile application on iOS or Android differs and therefore requires 2 distinct projects, which requires a lot of time and resources. Technically, programming languages vary [...]

2024-02-29T11:25:34+01:00July 1, 2021|Digital|0 comment
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Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): understanding the new development cornerstone

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) is gaining popularity within the DevOps approach. These are mechanisms that allow you to manage a virtual infrastructure using code. Since its inception by Amazon in 2006 (with Amazon Web Services), Infrastructure-as-Code has evolved into a solution that is attractive to enterprises in many ways. CIOs and CTOs are increasingly convinced of the benefits of this type of IT infrastructure. The reason is that Infrastructure-as-Code offers them unprecedented opportunities. So what exactly is it? What are its benefits and risks? Is IaC right for your organization? Definition and operation of Infrastructure-as-Code Infrastructure-as-Code is now a key concept in the DevOps approach. Developers benefit from it, but it is also a boon for companies. Infrastructure-as-Code and how it works are at the heart of many organizations' thinking right now. Also known as SDI (software-defined infrastructure), IaC is the automation of infrastructure management through a descriptive model: code. This computer code unifies the deployment of "infrastructure" environments and enables the provision of development environments. It is part of the DevOps approach, which already has the objective of making the [...]

2024-01-10T09:54:00+01:00June15,2021|Data, DevOps|0 comments
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UX Designer in work-study: how Charlotte succeeded in her remote integration

Covid-19 has upset the integration of some employees who were to start their new position during this period. This is the case of Charlotte, who joined the Blue Soft team last September as a UX Designer. During this exchange, Charlotte shares with us her arrival at Blue Soft. Hello Charlotte, can you introduce yourself? "Hello, let me introduce myself: Charlotte I am 23 years old. Passionate about graphic design and drawing, I was thinking of entering a graphic design school after my baccalaureate. The job market being saturated, I preferred to turn to a profession in full expansion: UX Designer. Being in charge of designing and improving digital interfaces while being creative interested me a lot. Today, I'm in a Master 2 in UX innovation that I'm doing in alternation at Blue Soft Group in telecommuting full time. Why did you choose Blue Soft to do your work-study in UX design? "I found the job offer at Blue Soft on the Facebook group of my school. In April, in the middle of the health crisis linked to the Covid-19 epidemic, I was afraid of not finding my work-study program. Blue Soft offered me a remote interview, [...]

2024-01-10T09:45:04+01:00December 23, 2020|Human wealth|0 comment
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APIsation: some rules to respect

You'll be hearing about it in the corridors of the IT department or in the specialized media: the term API is now on everyone's lips. It's a well-deserved success: APIs enable you to add functionality to your application or website, reducing the complexity (and therefore the time) of development. This interface promises a simpler future, provided you master its fundamental rules. Don't get ahead of yourself, Blue Soft tells you everything you need to know and guides you through the development of your API. What is APIsation? An API is a software brick that serves as a means of communication between two services or applications. APIs enable users to access corporate services, and developers to save time and resources. Why use API Gateways? Find out in this article. The API system helps companies expand their portfolio of services, and brings in new players. In the banking system, for example, the same money transaction API can be used to make transfers both from your bank's application and from a third-party application such as Lydia. APIs are absolutely everywhere. A new feature on your application? API. A new service [...]

2024-03-11T12:51:45+01:00November 17, 2020|Digital|0 comment
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What is the purpose of API Gateways?

What is an API Gateway? API gateways provide a single point of entry into a system with multiple APIs or multiple microservices that communicate with each other through APIs. API gateways are of great interest in the core of an API management system, and therefore the intermediate layer between the microservices and the client applications that need the microservices to function. The role of these API gateways is to direct API traffic and to connect microservices and client applications. There are two types of API gateways: Service to service External traffic to an incoming service (ingress) The development of API gateways should be seen in the more general context of the APIization of companies and the adoption of microservice architectures as opposed to SOA, or Service-oriented Architectures. The multiplication of APIs to link services together is a service to companies and IT departments. But it has also created the additional complexity of managing the communication between these services and therefore managing the APIs themselves. To put it simply, in a microservices architecture, the various specialized microservices communicate with the client applications thanks to the APIs.

2024-01-10T09:31:46+01:00October27, 2020|Data, Digital|0 comment
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Risk management: DevOps and continuous testing as a solution?

How can DevOps and continuous testing optimize risk management in the face of ever-increasing production and development rates? Today's IT companies are under constant pressure to meet ever-tighter time-to-market deadlines. In response, many have adopted Agile and DevOps methods. These methods are bearing fruit, but sometimes to the detriment of security and risk management. Find out more about DevOps in our article. In fact, it's absolutely essential to take security into account before launching an application on the market. If end-users encounter problems that cause the application to be temporarily shut down... it may already be too late. Knowing how to define the acceptability of risk is a key point for any company wishing to adopt an Agile or DevOps environment, as the development cycle is much shorter. Theoretically, it's simple. In reality, however, there is often an asymmetry of information between the definition of risks by project managers and the actual management of these risks by development teams. The aim of this article is to highlight the [...]

2024-03-11T09:47:09+01:00October13, 2020|DevOps, Risk management|0 comment
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