Introduction

Andi Fitriah Abdul Kadir, Arash Habibi Lashkari and Mahdi Daghmehchi Firoozjaei
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Andi Fitriah Abdul Kadir: International Islamic University Malaysia
Arash Habibi Lashkari: York University
Mahdi Daghmehchi Firoozjaei: MacEwan University

Chapter Chapter 1 in Understanding Cybersecurity on Smartphones, 2024, pp 1-23 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter outlines a comprehensive overview of the smartphone industry, focusing on smartphone history, market share evolution, security and privacy, and cybersecurity challenges. It begins by tracing the evolution of smartphones and the changing market shares of different operating systems and manufacturers. The importance of security and privacy in smartphones is emphasized, including discussions on application stores, security principles, privacy concerns, and vulnerabilities. The chapter then delves into cybersecurity challenges, highlighting adversarial techniques, attack types and impacts, and the rise of on-the-go malware. Practical mitigation measures are suggested, such as downloading files from trusted sources, educating employees about malware infections, using multi-factor authentication, and regularly patching software. The chapter concludes with a summary of the key points covered, providing a holistic understanding of the smartphone industry and the associated security considerations.

Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-48865-8_1

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