Mobile Application
Penetration Testing
A full security evaluation of iOS and Android applications, including local storage, authentication, encryption, and backend communication.
Real Device Testing
Testing on actual devices and emulators for complete coverage
OWASP Mobile Top 10 (2024)
Our testing methodology covers all categories from the OWASP Mobile Application Security Top 10.
M1: Improper Credential Usage
Testing for hardcoded credentials, improper credential storage, and insecure credential transmission in mobile applications.
M2: Inadequate Supply Chain Security
Analyzing third-party libraries, SDKs, and dependencies for known vulnerabilities and malicious code injection risks.
M3: Insecure Authentication/Authorization
Evaluating authentication mechanisms, session management, and authorization controls for bypass vulnerabilities.
M4: Insufficient Input/Output Validation
Testing for injection attacks, improper input sanitization, and output encoding vulnerabilities across all data entry points.
M5: Insecure Communication
Verifying TLS implementation, certificate validation, certificate pinning, and protection against man-in-the-middle attacks.
M6: Inadequate Privacy Controls
Assessing PII handling, data minimization practices, and compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA.
M7: Insufficient Binary Protections
Analyzing anti-tampering controls, code obfuscation, root/jailbreak detection, and reverse engineering countermeasures.
M8: Security Misconfiguration
Reviewing app permissions, debug settings, backup configurations, and platform-specific security settings.
M9: Insecure Data Storage
Examining local databases, shared preferences, keychain/keystore usage, and file system security for sensitive data exposure.
M10: Insufficient Cryptography
Auditing encryption algorithms, key management practices, and cryptographic implementation for weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Our Methodology
Combining static and dynamic analysis for complete mobile security coverage.
Static Analysis
Binary decompilation, code review, and configuration analysis.
Dynamic Analysis
Runtime testing, traffic interception, and behavior monitoring.
API Testing
Backend integration security and authentication flow analysis.
Reporting
Detailed findings with platform-specific remediation guidance.
Why Mobile Security Matters
Mobile apps run on devices you don't control. Attackers can extract secrets, manipulate logic, or impersonate users.
Protect Sensitive Data
Identify insecure storage of credentials, tokens, and personal data on user devices.
Prevent Reverse Engineering
Validate protections against binary analysis, tampering, and code extraction.
Secure Backend Communication
Ensure all API interactions are properly authenticated and encrypted.
Free Retesting
Complimentary retest of all findings within 30 days to validate remediation.
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
Do you test both iOS and Android applications?
Yes. We perform security assessments on both iOS and Android platforms, including native, hybrid, and cross-platform applications built with React Native, Flutter, or Xamarin.
Do you need the source code to test our mobile app?
No. We perform both black-box (no source code) and white-box (with source code) testing. Black-box testing simulates a real attacker’s perspective, while white-box testing with source access provides deeper coverage and is more efficient.
What do you need from us to get started?
We need the app binary (IPA for iOS, APK/AAB for Android) or access to download it, test account credentials for different user roles, and any backend API documentation. We can typically start testing within 24 hours.
Will testing require access to our backend systems?
We test the mobile app itself and its communication with backend APIs. We don’t need direct access to your backend infrastructure, but having API documentation and test environments helps us provide more thorough coverage.
How do you handle apps with certificate pinning?
We use advanced techniques including runtime instrumentation, binary patching, and Frida-based hooks to bypass certificate pinning during testing. This allows us to inspect network traffic just as a sophisticated attacker would.
How long does mobile app testing take?
A typical mobile application assessment takes 5–7 business days per platform. Testing both iOS and Android versions simultaneously is more efficient and we offer bundled pricing for both.
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