Mobile Application Penetration Testing
Static and dynamic security testing of iOS and Android applications against OWASP MASVS and MASTG, including reverse engineering, runtime manipulation, and platform-specific abuse.
Service Overview
Mobile applications combine client-side code, local storage, platform APIs, and back-end services into a single attack surface. Our mobile application penetration testing follows the OWASP Mobile Application Security Verification Standard (MASVS) and Mobile Application Security Testing Guide (MASTG) to perform full static and dynamic analysis on iOS and Android. We assess reverse engineering resistance, runtime manipulation, root and jailbreak detection, certificate pinning, IPC components, insecure data storage, and back-end API communication.
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Our Approach
Application Profiling
Review platform, frameworks, permissions, third-party SDKs, and intended threat model for the application and its data.
Static Analysis
Decompile and inspect binaries, native libraries, configuration files, and embedded secrets against MASVS code and resilience controls.
Dynamic Analysis
Instrument the running application on rooted and jailbroken devices to observe runtime behavior, traffic, and state changes.
Runtime Manipulation
Use Frida and Objection to bypass root and jailbreak detection, certificate pinning, biometric checks, and integrity controls.
Local Storage & IPC Review
Inspect insecure data storage, keychain and keystore usage, exported activities, content providers, broadcast receivers, and URL schemes.
Back-End & API Testing
Test the supporting APIs for authentication, authorization, and transport security in line with OWASP API Security Top 10.
Tools & Technologies
Assessment Process
Our structured methodology ensures thorough coverage and actionable results.
Deliverables
- OWASP MASVS coverage matrix
- Static analysis findings report
- Dynamic analysis evidence and screenshots
- Reverse engineering and resilience review
- Insecure data storage findings
- IPC and platform misuse findings
- Back-end API security findings
- Re-test verification after remediation
Industries Served
Key Benefits
MASVS-Aligned Testing
Structured coverage of every MASVS control category rather than ad-hoc mobile checks.
Both iOS and Android
Equal-depth testing on both platforms including platform-specific abuse paths and storage primitives.
Resilience Validation
Real-world bypass of root and jailbreak detection, pinning, and anti-tamper controls to measure their actual effectiveness.
Full Stack Coverage
Includes the back-end APIs the application depends on, not just the client binary in isolation.
Compliance Support
Reports support PCI MASA, HIPAA, GDPR, and app store security expectations with evidence and attestation.
Developer-Focused Remediation
Findings include platform-specific fix guidance referencing iOS and Android APIs and configuration options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our services, methodology, and engagement process.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact our team to discuss your security requirements and receive a customized proposal.