WoS Bibliometric-based Review for Security Testing of Android Applications using Malware Analysis

Android, the world’s predominant mobile operating system, witnesses a constant influx of new applications. Amid this surge, the realm of Android application security testing assumes paramount significance, as it entails scrutinizing application behavior to unveil latent vulnerabilities. Notably, the landscape of security testing for Android applications is currently undergoing remarkable evolution. this study ventures into this dynamic domain by conducting a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of Web of Science (WoS) articles spanning from 2019 to 2023, shedding light on the multidimensional facets of security testing through malware analysis. Executed within the RStudio environment, powered by the “bibliometrix” library, the analysis is fortified by the rigorous assessment of methodological quality through the AMSTAR and PRISMA checklists. The results encapsulate vital dimensions encompassing yearly publication trends, pivotal keywords, annual citation dynamics, source impact, malware analysis techniques, benchmark datasets, machine learning and emerging research gaps in the field of security testing of Android applications. The synthesis of these dimensions unveils a comprehensive portrait of the research landscape, accentuating eminent contributors, influential journals, and pioneering nations. Moreover, this inquiry identifies promising avenues for future exploration, ultimately propelling the enhancement of this critical field.