
CERTIFIED MOBILE SECURITY ENGINEER (CMSE)
The Certified Mobile Security Engineer (CMSE) Certification offers an unparalleled platform to showcase your expertise in both iOS and Android Mobile Security. Tailored for seasoned security professionals and mobile enthusiasts, this certification serves as the definitive validation of your skills in securing both major mobile platforms. Beyond theoretical knowledge, CMSE challenges you to apply your skills in practical scenarios, proving your ability to safeguard mobile applications against evolving threats.
PRICE : $549
Exam Duration : 48 HOURS
The CMSE certification attests to your comprehensive grasp of advanced mobile security domains, encompassing iOS and Android application security, dynamic and static analysis techniques, reverse engineering of mobile applications, identification of application vulnerabilities and platform-specific exploits, circumvention of anti-debugging and obfuscation measures, behavior profiling of malicious apps, and advanced threat detection. This certification is designed for experienced security engineers, mobile developers, penetration testers, and individuals passionate about safeguarding mobile ecosystems.
Benefits include:
- Versatile Mastery: CMSE demonstrates your adeptness in securing applications running on both iOS and Android platforms, making you a versatile mobile security expert.
- Professional Credibility: Certification reinforces your reputation as a knowledgeable mobile security professional, enhancing your industry standing.
- Diverse Career Opportunities: Access specialized roles such as mobile security engineer, application security consultant, security researcher, threat analyst, and more.
- Elevated Earnings Potential: CMSE certified professionals often command higher salaries due to their dual expertise in the iOS and Android sphere.
- Widespread Recognition: Certification showcases your dedication to securing both iOS and Android platforms, earning recognition from peers, employers, and the mobile security field.
- Enhanced Risk Management: Armed with cross platform knowledge, you aid organizations in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in their mobile applications.
- Cutting Edge Techniques: The certification equips you with innovative methodologies to analyze, identify, and counteract evolving mobile threats.
- Effective Problem Solving: CMSE training hones your ability to tackle complex mobile security challenges, contributing to a safer digital landscape.
The CMSE certification exam, spanning 48 hours, rigorously evaluates your expertise across a range of domains:
- iOS Application Security: Secure iOS apps through dynamic and static analysis, vulnerability identification, and effective mitigation strategies.
- Android Application Security: Safeguard Android apps by employing advanced analysis techniques, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security measures.
- Cross Platform Threat Detection: Detect common mobile threats across both iOS and Android platforms, including malware, rootkits, and backdoors.
- Dynamic Analysis: Execute and analyze mobile apps to uncover behavior patterns and potential malicious activities.
- Static Analysis: Dissect mobile app binaries to expose their internal structure and reveal vulnerabilities.
- Reverse Engineering: Employ advanced tools to reverse engineer mobile app code and identify exploitable weaknesses.
- Behavior Profiling: Profile the actions and intents of mobile apps to identify potential security risks.
- Advanced Threat Mitigation: Devise effective strategies for mitigating and countering complex mobile threats.
- Vulnerability Exploitation: Demonstrate the ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in real world scenarios.
To excel in the CMSE certification, candidates should possess a strong foundation in mobile security concepts, penetration testing techniques, familiarity with mobile platforms’ architecture, proficiency in using mobile security analysis tools, and experience in both iOS and Android application security.
The CMSE Exam sets the gold standard by offering a unique evaluation of your practical capabilities in real-world scenarios. This hands-on assessment is a reflection of your ability to navigate iOS and Android security challenges effectively. You will be presented with authentic scenarios involving 5 levels of varying difficulty that will challenge your skills in areas such as dynamic analysis, reverse engineering, vulnerability exploitation, and advanced threat mitigation.
Successful candidates will be awarded the 8kSec Certified Mobile Security Engineer certification upon successfully completing the exam. This credential underscores their proficiency in mobile security across both iOS and Android platforms. It serves as a testament to their ability to secure mobile applications, detect evolving threats, and devise effective mitigation strategies for a safer mobile ecosystem.
Successful candidates will be awarded the 8kSec Certified Mobile Security Engineer certification upon successfully completing the exam. This credential underscores their proficiency in mobile security across both iOS and Android platforms. It serves as a testament to their ability to secure mobile applications, detect evolving threats, and devise effective mitigation strategies for a safer mobile ecosystem.
Acquire Essential Training Before Certification
Practical Mobile Application Exploitation
This course will focus on providing participants with advanced knowledge and skills required to analyze mobile malware on iOS and Android platforms. The course will cover the latest techniques used by attackers to infect mobile devices and will delve into advanced malware analysis concepts. Participants will learn how to use cutting-edge tools and techniques to analyze mobile malware and detect advanced evasion techniques. The course will cover a range of advanced topics, including the anatomy of complex mobile malware, understanding the latest evasion techniques used by attackers, and the use of advanced analysis tools such as Hopper, jadx, apktool, Frida, Ghidra etc.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is for Malware researchers, Reverse engineers, penetration testers, mobile developers, or anyone keen to learn more about the art of Malware Analysis for Mobile Platforms.


Virtualized Hardware Devices
During the exam, we will be providing you access to Corellium. This sophisticated platform offers an impeccably seamless and dynamic virtual environment, tailored for the execution of practical evaluations on virtualized ARM devices encompassing both iOS and Android ecosystems. With access to Corellium, you will emulate the authentic interaction experienced with physical devices, enabling you to proficiently navigate various introspection tools, scrutinize system and kernel logs, inspect intricate file systems, dissect system calls, and analyze network traffic - all in real time.
As part of the preparatory process, a comprehensive orientation on Corellium's utilization will be provided, accompanied by a pre-configured environment equipped with all requisite custom tools, affording you the opportunity to channel your focus exclusively towards the substantive aspects of the examination.
With you every step of the way
Stand out as a proficient and practical Certified Mobile Security Engineer (CMSE) by immersing yourself in real-world labs, mastering technical intricacies, and honing your skills in comprehensive vulnerability research.
Real-World Labs for Practical Mastery
Our certification program offers hands-on labs that mirror real-world scenarios, immersing you in the intricacies of iOS and Android systems. By simulating actual vulnerabilities and attack vectors, you'll gain practical mastery,
Unparalleled Technical Depth
You'll dissect vulnerabilities, understand their underlying mechanics, and learn how to effectively exploit them. This technical depth sets you apart as a true expert in mobile security, capable of unraveling the most intricate security issues.
Comprehensive Vulnerability Research (VR)
Our labs equip you with specialized tools and methodologies to conduct thorough Vulnerability Research (VR) on mobile platforms. You'll navigate the dynamic landscape of mobile security, gaining the skills needed to uncover vulnerabilities and devise effective strategies for mitigation
How does it work ?
1. Register
Find the certification which you are interested it and register for it.
2. Prepare
Take a relevant training with the 8kSec team or self prepare for the certification.
3. Schedule
Use our scheduling tool to book an exam, follow our provided guide to preare for the exam.
4. Give The Exam
Follow along with the provided instructions and Give the Exam, prepare the report, and send it over to the 8kSec review board.
5. Get Notified
Within 3 working days after the submission of final report, you will be notified of the outcome.
6. Get Certified
Receive certification , in case you are not able to clear the exam, you can always reapply.
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Elevate your skills and stand out from the crowd with this certification, unlocking new opportunities and showcasing your dedication to continuous growth
FAQ
Who is this Certification intended for ?
This certification is designed for experienced security engineers, mobile developers, penetration testers, and individuals passionate about safeguarding mobile ecosystems.
Is prior experience in mobile security necessary to enroll in the CMSE certification program?
While prior experience is helpful, the CMSE certification program is designed to accommodate various skill levels. It provides a structured learning path, starting from foundational concepts and progressing to advanced techniques.
How long does it take to complete the CMSE certification program?
The duration varies based on your pace of learning and engagement. On average, participants complete the self study program in a few months, factoring in both theoretical learning and hands-on lab exercises.
Is it mandatory to take training to give the certificaton EXAM ?
No, taking a training is not compulsory. However, the training helps significantly in preparation for the exam.
Do i need to setup any Labs in order to prepare for the Certification ?
No, we will provide you access to our Lab environment and an instruction guide during the exam.
How long does it take to get the results after submitting the Report ?
Once you submit your report, one of the members of our review board will review the report and provide with the results in 3 business days.
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