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Mobile App Pentesting & Bug Bounty Hunting (2026 Edition)

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Mobile App Pentesting & Bug Bounty Hunting (2026 Edition)

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Perform penetration testing on Android and iOS mobile applications

  • Reverse engineer APK files to uncover hidden vulnerabilities

  • Identify and secure common security flaws such as insecure data storage

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August 2026

Assessments

7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

This module provides an overview of mobile security concepts and common threats that impact mobile applications. Learners will gain foundational knowledge about the risks and challenges in securing mobile environments.

What's included

1 video

This module covers essential security standards and setup processes for mobile applications, including the CVSS score system, OWASP Mobile Security, and Android platform security mechanisms. Learners will gain an understanding of security evaluation tools and the fundamentals of Android app development for pentesting.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

This module introduces learners to the foundational steps of Android application development, including installing and configuring Android Studio, creating and structuring an Android project, and running applications on devices or emulators. It provides hands-on guidance on setting up development environments and essential project management tasks.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

This module provides an in-depth look at the process of decompiling and analyzing Android applications. Learners will gain hands-on experience with tools like JADX and learn how to interpret APK structures, examine application activities, and identify security risks through log analysis.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

This module provides an in-depth look at common security vulnerabilities in Android applications, including insecure data storage, input validation issues, and access control flaws. Learners will gain hands-on experience with tools like DIVA APK and learn how to identify and mitigate security risks in mobile apps. The content emphasizes practical approaches to securing mobile applications through testing and analysis.

What's included

15 videos1 assignment

This module covers essential aspects of iOS security, including application installation, data storage, and testing techniques. Learners will gain hands-on knowledge of security testing tools, jailbreaking, and methods to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in mobile applications.

What's included

13 videos1 assignment

This module introduces learners to essential security testing tools for mobile applications, focusing on MobSF and Nuclei. It provides hands-on guidance on conducting static and dynamic analysis, interpreting security reports, and identifying vulnerabilities in iOS apps. Learners will gain practical skills in mobile security assessments.

What's included

2 videos2 assignments

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