Andrew Blaich

Head of Device Intelligence

Andrew Blaich is Head of Device Intelligence at Lookout where he is focused on mobile threat hunting and vulnerability research. Prior to Lookout, Andrew was the Lead Security Analyst at Bluebox Security. He holds a Ph.D. in computer science, and engineering from the University of Notre Dame in enterprise security and wireless networking. In the past Andrew has worked at both Samsung and Qualcomm Research. Andrew is a regular presenter at security conferences including BlackHat, RSA, Kaspersky SAS, SecTor, SANS DFIR, Interop, and ACSC. In his free time he loves to run and hack on IoT.

My Articles

An Inside Look at Nation-State Cyber Surveillance Programs

Based on attacker communications found on a command and control server, this talk provides rare insight into a nation state’s $23 million surveillance program.

Stealth Mango and Tangelo | Surveillanceware Stealing Data

Lookout Security Intelligence has discovered Android and iOS surveillanceware tools targeting govt. officials, diplomats, military personnel, and activists.

Mobile Vulnerabilities What They Are & How They Impact Enterprise

Mobile device vulnerabilities can have equally devastating consequences, including compliance fines and brand reputation loss.

Data Compromise via Mobile Threats: Enterprises Facing Attacks

Mobile threats are more complex than a piece of malware in a third-party app store. In this blog post we dissect the “threats” component of the Mobile Risk Matrix.

DirtyCow and Drammer Vulnerabilities | Android Threats

Two especially critical flaws that allow an attacker to root or completely compromise a device have just been added to the litany of vulns on Android devices.