OWASP MASVS
Security control objectives for mobile storage, crypto, authentication, network, platform, code, and resilience.
Penetration testing
Mobile Application Penetration Testing
A combined static and dynamic assessment of an authorized mobile application build and its interactions with the device platform and backend services.
Assessment scope
What is tested
The final test coverage is agreed during scoping and limited to systems for which written authorization has been provided.
Local data storage and leakage
Authentication and session handling
Platform permissions and communication between processes
Transport security and certificate validation
Application tampering and resilience controls
Backend API authorization
Engagement flow
Controlled from authorization to retest.
01
Scope & authorization
Define objectives, approved systems, constraints, test windows, contacts, and rules of engagement.
02
Discovery
Establish the authorized attack surface, architecture, user roles, assets, and applicable assessment criteria.
03
Controlled testing
Assess the approved scope using manual and technical methods appropriate to the environment.
04
Validation
Confirm findings safely, remove false positives, and establish practical technical and business impact.
05
Reporting
Receive findings supported by evidence, risk ratings, an executive summary, and remediation priorities.
06
Remediation review
Review proposed corrective actions and clarify implementation priorities with the assessment team.
07
Retest
Verify agreed fixes and record whether each tested finding has been resolved, reduced, or remains open.
Assessment references
Industry standards and guidance
OWASP MASTG
Practical test coverage for Android and iOS applications.
Vendor platform guidance
Relevant Apple and Android security requirements and platform behavior.
Standards guide scope and test coverage. An assessment does not itself constitute certification or guarantee compliance.
Reporting
What you receive
Findings for each platform
Evidence from static and dynamic review
Remediation actions ranked by risk
Technical report for developers
Retest of corrected controls
Define an appropriate test scope.
Discuss the systems, objectives, access level, and required evidence with DIGITPOL.