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Mobile App Security Review Before Release

Client:
Andromeda Systems — a company specializing in the development of mobile and web applications, RPA, and AI services
Industry:
Software Development
Focus:
Securing applications that interact with client systems and handle sensitive data
Main challenge:
Identifying critical vulnerabilities in the app before release to prevent system compromise and data leakage
Market:
International
Services provided:
Reverse engineering, full grey-box pentest using SAST, DAST
Key Takeaways
  • Identified and addressed critical data risks
  • Achieved 100 percent coverage of security checks
  • Increased mobile app resilience to attacks
  • Conducted a grey-box app pentest using SAST, DAST, and reverse engineering
  • Delivered a final report with security enhancement recommendations to be implemented in future releases
    • 100%
    coverage of critical security elements
    2
    weeks instead of the planned 3 — project duration
    IPO file
    fully analyzed for vulnerabilities
    Mobile App Security Review Before Release
    Feb 28, 2025
    14 min
    Is the app secure enough before release? Andromeda Systems reached out for a comprehensive security assessment of their product. In just 2 weeks, Datami performed a grey-box pentest, analyzed the IPO file, conducted reverse engineering, and discovered critical vulnerabilities. As a result, the client received detailed recommendations and significantly enhanced the mobile app's cybersecurity.

    Andromeda Systems is a mid-sized IT company specializing in the development of mobile and web applications, as well as the implementation of solutions based on RPA and artificial intelligence. The company’s products help clients automate business processes.

    For Andromeda, information security is a strategic priority, as even a single vulnerability in an application can lead to the leakage of sensitive data, posing reputational risks and potential financial losses.

    Objectives and challenges
    Andromeda Systems planned to perform a security assessment either before or shortly after the release of its mobile application. The client wanted to ensure that the product did not contain critical flaws that could pose security threats.

    The goal of the project was to identify potential threats, assess risk levels, and provide practical recommendations to enhance cyber resilience.
    • Conduct a full grey-box pentest using SAST, DAST, and reverse engineering
    • Analyze the application's IPO file and related components
    • Identify vulnerabilities, assess their severity, and provide reports with recommendations
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    Penetration testing
    Grey-box pentest using SAST, DAST, and reverse engineering
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    IPO file and components
    Security analysis of the app’s IPO file and related components
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    Report and recommendations
    Final report with identified risks and recommendations
    Datami Methodology: Security Assessment for Andromeda Systems
    Our approach

    Datami conducted a comprehensive security assessment of the Andromeda Systems mobile application, focusing on the analysis of the IPO file, internal components, and service logic.

    The core method was a grey-box pentest. We combined static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) analysis with reverse engineering, which allowed us to uncover non-standard threats.

    Testing was performed both manually and using specialized tools, providing a complete picture of the application’s security posture.

    Despite limited input data, the team identified critical threats and provided actionable recommendations to enhance cybersecurity.

    Gray-box
    Gray-box
    The testing was conducted with partial access to internal data, enabling realistic attack simulations and identification of system weaknesses without being overly invasive.
    Key project stages and solutions

    As part of the project, Datami conducted a thorough technical assessment of Andromeda’s mobile application, tailoring the approach to the architecture specifics and the characteristics of the provided IPO file.

    The main focus was on analyzing security components, including reverse engineering, SAST, DAST, and the verification of application logic.

    • Preparation
      Assessment of the available information, clarification of technical parameters, and development of a testing plan tailored to the mobile environment.
    • Pentesting execution
      Grey-box penetration testing with SAST/DAST analyses, reverse engineering of the IPO file, and both manual and automated checks of logic, authorization, and data processing.
    • Analysis and reporting
      Documentation of identified vulnerabilities, formulation of recommendations, and delivery of a detailed security assessment report.
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    Results and recommendations
    Fewer critical risks — more confidence
    Results and recommendations

    At the start of the project, the Andromeda application required an in-depth security assessment due to the potential for critical vulnerabilities in data processing logic, authorization, and API interactions.
    During the grey-box pentest, which included elements of reverse engineering, the Datami team identified several security issues, including critical and medium-level vulnerabilities that could have led to the leakage of confidential information.

    The recommendations covered:

    1. Improving authorization logic and input validation
    2. Enhancing error handling and protection against API misuse
    3. Implementing regular technical audits and pre-release testing
    4. Scheduling periodic technical calls to align security priorities

    As a result of the testing, the system became significantly more resilient to attacks, the overall risk level was substantially reduced, and the client received a structured report with actionable next steps.

    The project was successfully completed within the planned 2-week timeframe — faster than the industry average. The recommendations provided formed the basis for further improvements in the company’s cybersecurity processes.

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    Key project takeaways

    Thanks to Datami’s testing, Andromeda Systems significantly enhanced the security of its mobile application within just two weeks.

    The client gained a clear view of existing threats, achieved a reduced risk level, and received a well-defined action plan for ongoing improvements.

    This case study demonstrated that tech companies developing complex digital products require regular security assessments to minimize financial risks and maintain customer trust.

    Aspect
    Before the project
    After implementation
    Security posture
    High risk of data leakage and unauthorized access due to lack of application testing
    Data leakage and access risks significantly reduced after pentesting
    Critical vulnerabilities
    Potential compromise due to unhandled authorization and validation scenarios
    Critical vulnerabilities identified; protection recommendations provided
    Access risks
    Possibility of unauthorized user access or actions within the system
    Recommendations implemented to strengthen access control and logic
    Security compliance
    Partial compliance with internal policies and practices
    Overall compliance with security requirements improved
    Timeline
    Typical duration for similar projects exceeds 3 weeks
    Project completed faster — in just 2 weeks
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