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The Ultimate Guide to iOS Application Penetration Testing

iOS application penetration testing helps app manufacturers of iOS platforms find security vulnerabilities and enhance their security. iOS is one of the most popular operating systems in the world and has a reputation for being safe for its users. However, with technological advancement and attackers getting more skilled, new vulnerabilities are arising in iOS applications.

As per security research, 76 popular iPhone apps (widely used by users) were found vulnerable to data interception attacks. Since these apps are downloaded by millions worldwide, just imagine the scale of data breaches and losses in the event of a successful attack.

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With that being said, regular penetration testing can help iOS app manufacturers prevent untimely attacks. In this blog, you are going to learn more about iOS application penetration testing, its many benefits, and how it is done.

iOS penetration testing simulates real attacks on iOS apps to check their security and identify vulnerabilities. Attackers exploit these vulnerabilities to get into the app’s architecture either to steal data or manipulate functions.

In iOS penetration testing, the testers evaluate the application’s design, code, configurations, and implementation to identify security flaws. Though Apple’s security structure is one of the best, it is still hackable. Regular pen tests can ensure you stay miles ahead of cyber threats that can harm your apps, and eventually your Apple device.

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