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Mobile App Security Testing Checklist

Define the Scope of the Security Testing

Identify the Type of Mobile App (Native, Web or Hybrid)

Check the App for Possible Input Fields Vulnerabilities

Validate Server-side Security Controls and Encryption

Review User Authentication Process

Approval: User Authentication Process

Inspect Data Storage and Privacy Policies

Run Binary and File System Analysis

Use Automated Scanning Tools for Quick Security Analysis

Perform a Manual Penetration Test

Verify Mobile App Behavior in Different Network Environments

Check the App against OWASP Mobile Top 10 Risks

Use a Source Code Review Tool to Inspect the App Code

Approval: Source Code Review

Check Application Debug Code and Sensitive Information Leakage

Validate Certificate Pinning

Create a Report including all Identified Vulnerabilities and Suggested Remediations

Approval: Testing Report Review

Share Final Report with Developers and Stakeholders

Plan for the Necessary Remediation Actions based on the Report

Define the Scope of the Security Testing

Clearly define the scope of the security testing to ensure that all necessary aspects of the mobile app are covered. Identify the specific features, functionalities, and modules that will be tested to ensure thorough security analysis. Specify any specific requirements or limitations for the testing process. This task will help in setting expectations and focusing efforts on the critical areas of the mobile app.

Scope of the Security Testing

Identify the Type of Mobile App (Native, Web or Hybrid)

Determine the type of mobile app (native, web, or hybrid) as different types have different security considerations. Identify if the app is developed using native programming languages like Java or Swift, if it is a web-based app, or if it is a hybrid app developed using frameworks like React Native or Xamarin. This task will help in understanding the underlying technology stack and its security implications.

Type of Mobile App