Mobile Application Penetration Testing
Is your mobile app secure against attacks? Mobile application penetration testing helps identify vulnerabilities in the code, authentication mechanisms, data encryption and server communication. We simulate real-world threats through controlled attacks to ensure your app is safe for users and complies with the highest security standards.
Benefits of Mobile App Testing
User data protection
– we verify whether the app securely encrypts and stores data to prevent theft.
Secure communication
– we analyse network traffic and test resilience against Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks and data interception.
Protection against reverse engineering
– we evaluate the app’s resistance to decompilation, code modification and reverse engineering techniques.
Regulatory compliance
– our testing ensures your app meets security standards such as OWASP MASVS, GDPR, PCI-DSS.
What is Mobile Application Penetration Testing?
Mobile penetration testing involves simulating cyberattacks against apps running on iOS and Android platforms. We assess vulnerabilities at the application level, backend systems and network infrastructure to identify and eliminate potential threats.
During the assessment, we analyse:
- Data storage security – local files, databases, encryption mechanisms and cache memory.
- Authentication and authorisation mechanisms – susceptibility to brute-force attacks, token interception and login logic flaws.
- Communication security – data transmission analysis, SSL/TLS certificate validation and resistance to MitM attacks.
- Reverse engineering resistance – app protection against decompilation, dynamic code modification and code injection.
- API and backend testing – checking if the application server leaks sensitive data or is vulnerable to abuse.
With our testing, you’ll ensure your users enjoy the highest level of security.
Our mobile tests are conducted using industry-standard tools and techniques aligned with the OWASP Mobile Security Testing Guide:
- MobSF (Mobile Security Framework) – comprehensive analysis of source code, configuration and mobile app vulnerabilities.
- Frida & Objection – dynamic runtime analysis, real-time manipulation and behavioural testing.
- Burp Suite – testing communication security and intercepting mobile app traffic.
- APKTool & JADX – reverse engineering and code inspection tools for Android apps.
- Checkra1n & Cycript – tools for testing iOS app security and code-level manipulation on Apple devices.
Our methodology ensures full vulnerability coverage in line with OWASP MASVS and mobile security standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you test both Android and iOS apps?
Yes, we test applications on both platforms, addressing vulnerabilities specific to Android and iOS environments.
Can the tests affect the performance of my app?
No, testing is performed in a dedicated environment or with minimal impact on production. We can adapt our methodology to your preferences.
What are the most common threats to mobile apps?
Common vulnerabilities include lack of data encryption, weak authorisation mechanisms, insecure APIs, and risk of code tampering through reverse engineering.
Are the tests compliant with security regulations?
Yes, our testing helps ensure compliance with GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA and the OWASP MASVS standard.
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