Researching Android Device Security with the Help of a Droid Army

This course focuses on researching Android device security by utilizing a diverse cluster of Android devices, known as a Droid Army. The learning outcomes include understanding the challenges posed by Android device diversity, learning how to create a heterogeneous cluster of devices for research purposes, and gaining insights into vulnerability research and exploit development. The course teaches skills such as auditing devices, comparing similarities and differences between devices, and automating research tasks. The teaching method involves a presentation by the instructor, Joshua J. Drake, with demonstrations and examples. The intended audience for this course is security researchers, Android developers, and individuals interested in mobile device security.