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Privacy and Security risks in Mobile Ad Libraries

Dr. Xuxian Jiang of NC State University conducted a study on 100,000 mobile apps, uncovering alarming privacy and security risks associated with ad libraries. These apps potentially open doors to malware and hackers. The decision-making process includes critical steps: app developers must consider options like banning ads, filtering malicious content, or relying on Google and Apple for protection. Developers may resist the solution, but most recognize the need for balanced strategies to protect users while maintaining ad monetization.

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Privacy and Security risks in Mobile Ad Libraries

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  1. Joseph Eckstrom Privacy and Security risks in Mobile Ad Libraries

  2. The issue • A Dr. XuxianJiang at NCSU studied 100,000 apps and the ad libraries that they used. He made some unsettling discoveries. • These apps obviously pose a serious security risk.

  3. Decision-Making Process • Step 1: • App developers are opening the door to malware and hackers. • Step 2: • The user and the developer are the main parties. • Step 3: • Three possible options are to, • 1: Disallow all ads in mobile apps. • 2: Force developers to filter malicious ads. • 3: Leave it to Google and Apple to protect their systems.

  4. Decision-Making Process (2) • Step 4: • Anyone developing a mobile application should abide by this solution. • Step 5: • This solution seems like the natural solution, and seems balanced between the parties. • Step 6: • App Developers may not be happy with it, but most will agree.

  5. Decision-Making Process (3) • Step 7: • I feel completely committed to this solution. • Step 8: • This solution leans towards pragmatism.

  6. ACM Code Application • 1.2: Avoid Harm to Others • Possibly 1.7: Respect the Privacy of Others • 2.5: Give comprehensive and thorough evaluations of computer systems and their impacts, including analysis of possible risks.

  7. References • Shipman, Matt. "Study: Including Ads in Mobile Apps Poses Privacy, Security Risks." NC State News. NC State University, 19 Mar. 2012. Web. 11 Apr. 2012. <http://news.ncsu.edu/releases/wms-jiang-app-ads/>. • Barger, Robert N. Computer Ethics, A Case-Based Approach. New York, NY: Cambridge UP, 2008. Print.

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