Title :
Understanding Android Security
Author :
Enck, William ; Ongtang, Machigar ; McDaniel, Patrick
Author_Institution :
Pennsylvania State Univ., University Park, PA
Abstract :
Google´s Android platform is a widely anticipated open source operating system for mobile phones. This article describes Android´s security model and attempts to unmask the complexity of secure application development. The authors conclude by identifying lessons and opportunities for future enhancements.
Keywords :
Web services; operating systems (computers); security of data; android security; mobile phones; open source operating system; Application software; Cellular phones; Data security; Java; Manufacturing industries; Middleware; Operating systems; Programming; Shipbuilding industry; Social network services; Android; Smartphones; mobile phones; security;
Journal_Title :
Security & Privacy, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MSP.2009.26
