What is Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST)?

Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST)

Definition

The automated testing of a mobile app to find security flaws and weaknesses before deployment.

Real-World Examples

Developers use MAST tools to test their apps for common vulnerabilities like insecure data storage or weak encryption before publishing to app stores. Verimatrix also offers a free Android app security assessment report (below).

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What is the purpose of mobile application security testing (MAST)?

To find security flaws in mobile apps before deployment.