Mobile Application Threats and Security

TL;DR

This paper reviews security vulnerabilities in mobile devices like smartphones and tablets, highlighting risks for Android and iOS users and proposing protective solutions to enhance mobile security.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive analysis of current mobile security threats and offers potential solutions to mitigate these risks for everyday users.

Findings

Identified key security vulnerabilities in Android and iOS platforms.

Highlighted common user unaware of security risks.

Suggested practical security measures for mobile devices.

Abstract

The movement to mobile computing solutions provides flexibility to different users whether it is a business user, a student, or even providing entertainment to children and adults of all ages. Due to these emerging technologies mobile users are unable to safeguard private information in a very effective way and cybercrimes are increasing day by day. This manuscript will focus on security vulnerabilities in the mobile computing industry, especially focusing on tablets and smart phones. This study will dive into current security threats for the Android & Apple iOS market, exposing security risks and threats that the novice or average user may not be aware of. The purpose of this study is to analyze current security risks and threats, and provide solutions that may be deployed to protect against such threats.