– Comprehensive coverage across all mobile platforms and devices
– Streamlined security testing that integrates seamlessly with your CI/CD pipeline
– Clear, detailed reporting that empowers your development team
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Mobile Application Security Testing is the process that systematically evaluates mobile apps to identify, assess, and remediate security vulnerabilities throughout their lifecycle. This testing goes beyond just spotting bugs – it ensures that the application is designed, developed, and maintained with robust security practices. It involves a combination of different analysis methods to uncover weaknesses that could be exploited by attackers.
Mobile Application Security Testing is essential to protect user data, prevent cyber threats, and ensure compliance with regulations. Without proper testing, vulnerabilities in mobile applications can lead to data breaches, financial loss, and damage to a company’s reputation. It helps businesses identify and fix security risks, maintaining trust and meeting industry standards like OWASP MASVS, GDPR, and PCI DSS.
At 8kSec, we know that mobile security isn’t just an add-on – it is a fundamental component of your business’s integrity and trust. Our Mobile Application Security Testing service offers a comprehensive, multi-layered approach to identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities throughout your app’s entire lifecycle. Our process is tailored to your app’s architecture, complexity, and compliance requirements (such as GDPR, PCI DSS), ensuring a thorough and effective security evaluation.
Here’s an in-depth look at our methodology:
> Risk Profiling & Asset Identification
We start by performing an in-depth risk analysis to map out critical assets and potential threat vectors unique to your Mobile application.
> Scope & Objectives
Collaborating with your team, we define precise testing boundaries and establish clear security objectives, aligning our efforts with your regulatory and business requirements.
> Environment Analysis
Depending on the target environment, we review your development, staging, or production environments to understand the operational context, including integration points and external dependencies.
> Automated Static Analysis
Using open source, commercial, and in-house static analysis tools, we inspect your source code and binaries for vulnerabilities such as insecure coding patterns, improper cryptographic implementations, and data leakage.
> Dynamic Analysis
Our dynamic testing evaluates your app in real-time, scrutinizing runtime behaviors, session management, API interactions, and network communications to detect anomalies and insecure data exchanges. This includes Android and iOS jailbreak vulnerabilities, insecure data storage, and weak authentication mechanisms.
> Manual Penetration Testing
Our seasoned security engineers perform targeted manual testing including reverse engineering, code review, and exploitation techniques to uncover complex vulnerabilities that automated tools might miss. All business logic cases are manually crafted and tested by our engineers. We can also help you test for vulnerabilities in built-in libraries and features, as well as third-party libraries.
> Platform-Specific Considerations
Whether your app is on iOS or Android, we leverage platform-specific tools and methodologies to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.
> Detailed Vulnerability Report
We compile a comprehensive report detailing each identified vulnerability, complete with technical evidence, risk ratings, and potential impact assessments.
> Remediation Strategies
Our report includes actionable remediation guidance, best practices, and step-by-step recommendations tailored to your app’s architecture, helping your development team effectively address each issue.
> Compliance Alignment
We ensure our findings and recommendations are aligned with the necessary compliance standards, streamlining your path to regulatory adherence.
> Verification Testing
After remediation measures have been implemented, if included in the scope, we conduct a full retest to confirm that all vulnerabilities have been properly resolved.
> Final Security Validation
This phase includes regression testing to ensure no new vulnerabilities have been introduced, guaranteeing that your mobile app remains secure and resilient.
At 8kSec, our deep technical expertise and customized approach empower you to safeguard your mobile applications against sophisticated cyber threats.
Book a call with us today to discuss the specific timeline and scope for your mobile security needs.
The cost of Mobile Application Security Testing varies based on the app’s complexity, security requirements, and testing scope.
Factors influencing cost:
✦︎ Complexity of the app and number of features.
✦︎ Compliance requirements such as GDPR, PCI DSS, or HIPAA.
✦︎ Frequency of testing and retesting.
Get a tailored quote for your app’s security needs.
Our team consists of specialists in mobile security and penetration testing, with over a decade of experience securing apps across industries, including complex applications for Fortune 500 tech giants. We stay updated with the latest attack techniques and defenses to provide the most effective security solutions.
Our team consists of specialists in mobile security and penetration testing, with over a decade of experience securing apps across industries, including complex applications for Fortune 500 tech giants. We stay updated with the latest attack techniques and defenses to provide the most effective security solutions.
Our approach follows OWASP MASVS (Mobile Application Security Verification Standard) and best practices from MAST (Mobile Application Security Testing), ensuring a thorough evaluation of your app’s security posture. We test for common threats, including insecure authentication, API misconfigurations, and cryptographic weaknesses.
We provide clear, structured reports with prioritized vulnerabilities and step-by-step remediation guidance. Our reports are designed for both developers and security teams, helping you fix security flaws efficiently.
Security can be complex, but we make it easy to understand. We provide transparent insights, direct communication with security experts, and post-assessment support to help you implement security fixes and strengthen your app’s defenses.
Secure your Android and iOS applications with expert-driven Mobile Application Security Testing today. Reach out for a free consultation.
We provide Android App Security Testing and iOS App Security Testing, ensuring comprehensive assessments tailored to each platform’s security architecture and unique risks they bring to the application.
Yes, we offer detailed reports with actionable remediation steps and can assist your development team in fixing vulnerabilities effectively.
Regular security testing is recommended, especially after major updates, new feature releases, or significant code changes. For high-risk applications, ongoing testing and monitoring provide continuous protection.
We assess for insecure data storage, weak authentication, API vulnerabilities, reverse engineering risks, cryptographic flaws, and more. We also look for platform specific vulnerabilities that affect Android and iOS application components.
Our testing process is designed to minimize any impact on your live app. We conduct assessments in controlled environments to ensure security without disrupting functionality. Our team will coordinate with you before performing any destructive testing, or any tests that could have an impact on your application’s availability.
Simply book a call with us to discuss your app’s security needs, scope, and testing timeline. We’ll provide a tailored approach to ensure your app is secure.
Our Senior Technical Partner will reach out to discuss your mobile app penetration testing needs
We'll provide a competitive quote, detailed Statement of Work, and timelines
If you decide to proceed, our engagement manager will coordinate logistics and be your main point of contact
We'll provide regular updates and a final report detailing vulnerabilities and mitigation steps
We'll hold a debrief call to discuss findings and answer your questions
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