Description: Cyber security is of growing concern as India universalises digital access relying especially on public infrastructure. Almost a billion smartphones are connected in India, and it is reasonable to consider mobile security a national security priority.
Mobile device ecosystem is susceptible to operating system (OS) security concerns, untrusted third-party application (app) stores, and unchecked API sharing. These vulnerabilities can be mitigated to make it more difficult for attackers to exploit mobile systems. Therefore, the domestic regulatory frameworks and discourses must prioritise system security and preventing device vulnerabilities.
Attribution: Karnal Singh and Lalantika Arvind. Mobile Security - An Assessment of CyberSecurity Threats in the Indian Ecosystem. November 2023, Esya Centre.