Mobile App Static Analyis

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Description

What is it?


Mobile app static analysis is a security testing technique that examines the source code or compiled code (e.g., APK for Android, IPA for iOS) of a mobile app without actually running it.

It's like meticulously reading through a blueprint before construction starts to spot potential design flaws or weaknesses.   



Technical Data

How to do it?
Obtain the Code
Source Code Ideally, you'll have access to the app's source code.
Decompilation If you don't have the source code, you'll need to decompile the app's binary file (APK/IPA) using tools like apktool or jadx for Android, or similar tools for iOS.
Choose Analysis Tools Select tools that are appropriate for your target platform and the types of vulnerabilities you're looking for:
General-Purpose Static Analyzers
MobSF (Mobile Security Framework) Open-source, supports both Android and iOS, offers a range of analysis capabilities.  
QARK (Quick Android Review Kit) Focuses specifically on Android security vulnerabilities.  
Infer Developed by Meta (Facebook), can analyze Java, Objective-C, and C/C++ code.  
FindBugs, PMD, Checkstyle Primarily for Java code (Android), helpful for spotting general code quality and potential security issues.  
Platform-Specific Tools
Android Lint Built into Android Studio, identifies potential issues in Android code.  
iMAS (iOS Malware Analysis System) For iOS, analyzes code and behavior to detect malicious activity.  
Configure & Run
Set up the chosen tools with the app's code or decompiled files.
Configure analysis rules and checks based on security concerns (e.g., data storage, network communication, cryptography).
Run the analysis.
Review Results
Analyze the tool's output carefully.
Look for reported vulnerabilities, warnings, and suspicious patterns.
Don't rely solely on the tool; manual code review is also crucial to understand the context and severity of findings.
Remediate & Verify
Address identified issues by fixing code, improving security practices, etc.  
Re-run the analysis to ensure fixes are effective and no new issues arise.
Which software to use?
The best tool depends on your app's platform, budget, specific security concerns, and your team's expertise. Here's a quick guide
For comprehensive analysis of both Android and iOS apps MobSF is a great starting point, being open-source and feature-rich.  
For deep Android-specific analysis Consider QARK or Android Lint in conjunction with general-purpose tools.
For iOS iMAS and other iOS-focused tools can help with platform-specific vulnerabilities.  
For code quality and general security Tools like FindBugs, PMD, or Checkstyle are useful for any platform using Java.
Standards for Testing
When conducting mobile app static analysis, you can leverage various security standards and guidelines to ensure a thorough assessment
OWASP Mobile Application Security Verification Standard (MASVS) A comprehensive set of security requirements for mobile apps, covering various aspects like data storage, cryptography, and platform interaction.
OWASP Mobile Top 10 Lists the most critical security risks for mobile applications, providing a good starting point for identifying potential vulnerabilities.  
NIST Mobile Application Security Testing Guide Offers detailed guidance on testing techniques and tools for assessing mobile app security.  
PCI Mobile Payment Acceptance Security Guidelines If your app handles payment card data, these guidelines are crucial for ensuring compliance and protecting sensitive information.  
Platform-Specific Guidelines
Android Developer Security Best Practices Google's recommendations for secure Android app development.
Apple's App Store Review Guidelines Security requirements that iOS apps must meet to be published on the App Store.

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