Towards a Static and Dynamic Features-Based Framework for Android Vulnerabilities Detection

Rathod, Jigna; Bhatti, Dharmendra

doi:10.1007/978-981-19-0332-8_11

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“…Figure 6 provides details of several vulnerabilities identified in recent years. It can be seen that the number of vulnerabilities identified in the Android OS has been steadily increasing over the years [81]. These numbers demonstrate the ongoing challenges the Android OS faces regarding security.…”

Section: Android Vulnerabilitiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Smartphone Security and Privacy: A Survey on APTs, Sensor-Based Attacks, Side-Channel Attacks, Google Play Attacks, and Defenses

et al. 2023

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There is an exponential rise in the use of smartphones in government and private institutions due to business dependencies such as communication, virtual meetings, and access to global information. These smartphones are an attractive target for cybercriminals and are one of the leading causes of cyber espionage and sabotage. A large number of sophisticated malware attacks as well as advanced persistent threats (APTs) have been launched on smartphone users. These attacks are becoming significantly more complex, sophisticated, persistent, and undetected for extended periods. Traditionally, devices are targeted by exploiting a vulnerability in the operating system (OS) or device sensors. Nevertheless, there is a rise in APTs, side-channel attacks, sensor-based attacks, and attacks launched through the Google Play Store. Previous research contributions have lacked contemporary threats, and some have proven ineffective against the latest variants of the mobile operating system. In this paper, we conducted an extensive survey of papers over the last 15 years (2009–2023), covering vulnerabilities, contemporary threats, and corresponding defenses. The research highlights APTs, classifies malware variants, defines how sensors are exploited, visualizes multiple ways that side-channel attacks are launched, and provides a comprehensive list of malware families that spread through the Google Play Store. In addition, the research provides details on threat defense solutions, such as malware detection tools and techniques presented in the last decade. Finally, it highlights open issues and identifies the research gap that needs to be addressed to meet the challenges of next-generation smartphones.

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Section: Android Vulnerabilitiesmentioning

confidence: 99%