Android vulnerabilities and security

Market share of Android device is increasing and these devices are now important part of one's daily routine. Most of our sensative data is stored in these devcies. This paper focuses on various vulnerabilities which an Android user might be exposed to and ways protect themselves from these vulnerabilities. Third party apps, are the major way to steal data from users, logging their private information and using it to carry out crime. Understanding what is the current condition of the Security for these devices and how we can prevent leakage of personal information.