Hardening Android Against Ransomware, One Dessert at a Time

Explore the evolution of Android's defense mechanisms against ransomware in this 16-minute Kaspersky conference talk. Trace the history of Android ransomware and discover the proactive system improvements implemented from KitKat to Nougat. Learn about the Android Security team's strategies to minimize potential damage to devices, data, and user experience. Gain insights into key topics such as Android Security Principles, Cloud Services, API changes, System Alert Windows, Device Admin capabilities, and the Verify Apps feature. Understand how these developments have progressively limited the technical possibilities for ransomware to disrupt Android devices, enhancing overall cybersecurity for users.