Mobile App Penetration Testing

Secure Your iOS and Android Apps Against Mobile-Specific Threats

Professional mobile application security testing by certified ethical hackers.

Mobile applications handle sensitive user data and often serve as gateways to backend systems, making them attractive targets for cybercriminals. Our manual penetration testing goes beyond automated scanners to identify platform-specific vulnerabilities, insecure data storage, and communication flaws that could expose user information or compromise backend systems. While automated tools can find surface-level issues, they miss complex mobile-specific attack vectors and business logic flaws that require human expertise to identify.

Our experienced penetration testers use the same techniques as real attackers, providing you with an authentic security assessment that reveals how your mobile applications would fare against actual threats. With over a decade in business and thousands of clients served, we help organizations strengthen their mobile app security posture and discover critical issues before attackers exploit them.

What You Get

Penetration Testing Report

A comprehensive report detailing the findings of the test.

Attestation Letter

A letter describing the engagement, perfect for fulfilling client requirements.

Plus:

  • Direct Pentester Access

    Work directly with your assigned security expert throughout the process

  • Project Dashboard

    Track and manage your pentesting project from our secure web dashboard

  • Retesting Included

    Verify fixes are effective with included follow-up testing

What We Test For

  • Insecure Data Storage

    Vulnerabilities in local data storage, including databases, logs, and cached data

  • Insecure Communication

    Weak encryption, certificate validation issues, and man-in-the-middle vulnerabilities

  • Authentication and Session Management

    Weak authentication mechanisms and session handling flaws

  • Platform-Specific Vulnerabilities

    iOS and Android specific security weaknesses and misconfigurations

  • Binary Protection Issues

    Code obfuscation weaknesses, anti-tampering bypasses, and reverse engineering risks

  • API Security Flaws

    Backend API vulnerabilities and mobile-specific attack vectors

  • Cryptographic Implementation

    Weak encryption algorithms, key management issues, and crypto misuse

  • Privacy and Data Leakage

    Unintended data exposure through logs, screenshots, and background processes

Our Mobile App Testing Process

  1. Align on scope

    We'll ask you a few simple questions about what needs to be tested and align with you on your objectives and timeline.

  2. Testing period

    Your dedicated pentester will generally spend about one week searching for vulnerabilities and exposures.

  3. Report & remediation

    We'll provide a detailed report on the issues we found and recommendations for remediation.

  4. Retest and validate

    After issues are resolved, we'll retest to confirm that the issues are no longer present.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does mobile app penetration testing cost?

Mobile app penetration testing starts at $4,975 and varies based on app complexity and platform requirements. We provide fixed-price quotes with no hidden fees after our free scoping call.

Factors that affect pricing:

  • Number of platforms (iOS, Android, or both)
  • App complexity and feature set
  • Backend API integration complexity
  • Binary analysis and reverse engineering requirements

Every quote includes comprehensive testing, detailed reporting, remediation support, and one round of retesting.

How is mobile app testing different from web application testing?

Mobile app penetration testing addresses unique mobile security challenges:

  • Platform-Specific Testing: iOS and Android have different security models and vulnerabilities
  • Local Data Storage: Testing how sensitive data is stored on the device
  • Binary Analysis: Reverse engineering and code analysis of compiled applications
  • Mobile-Specific Attacks: Testing for attacks unique to mobile platforms and usage patterns

Mobile testing requires specialized tools and techniques that differ significantly from traditional web application testing.

What mobile platforms and technologies do you test?

Our penetration testers have experience with a wide range of mobile technologies:

  • iOS native applications (Swift, Objective-C)
  • Android native applications (Java, Kotlin)
  • Cross-platform frameworks (React Native, Flutter, Xamarin)
  • Hybrid applications (Cordova, PhoneGap, Ionic)
  • Mobile backend APIs and web services
  • Enterprise mobile applications and MDM solutions

We adapt our testing methodology to your specific mobile development framework and architecture.

How long does mobile app penetration testing take?

Testing timeline depends on app complexity and platform coverage:

  • Single Platform: 1-2 weeks for basic iOS or Android applications
  • Multi-Platform: 2-3 weeks for apps on both iOS and Android
  • Complex Applications: 3-4 weeks for enterprise apps with extensive backend integration

We provide specific timelines during the scoping phase and work with you to minimize disruption to your development cycle.

What do you need from us to test our mobile application?

To conduct comprehensive mobile app testing, we typically need:

  • Application binary files (IPA for iOS, APK for Android)
  • Test user accounts with different permission levels
  • Access to staging or test backend environments
  • Any relevant technical documentation or API specifications

During scoping, we'll discuss specific requirements based on your app architecture and testing objectives.

Do you provide ongoing support after testing?

Yes, we provide comprehensive support throughout the remediation process:

  • Direct access to your penetration tester for questions
  • Clarification on findings and platform-specific remediation steps
  • Guidance for development teams implementing mobile security fixes
  • Included retesting to verify successful remediation

Our goal is not just to identify vulnerabilities, but to help you successfully secure your mobile applications.

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