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Understanding the OWASP Mobile Top 10

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Understanding the OWASP Mobile Top 10

The OWASP Mobile Top 10 is periodically updated to reflect the evolving threat landscape. Each risk is evaluated based on exploitability, prevalence, detectability, and technical impact. Understanding these risks is essential for building secure mobile applications.

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