Find mobile app vulnerabilities that actually matter – before your attackers do
Q-mast automates mobile app security testing, so you can ship with confidence. No source code required.
“Through 2030, mobile application security failures will be the biggest mobile threat for enterprises.”
Mobile application security testing for the apps you build and release
Complete SAST+DAST+IAST in one platform. Full security testing coverage with scripted, repeatable user journey simulation.
Test apps the way users actually use them
Dynamic testing on real devices with full runtime conditions simulates real user behavior to catch risks that code scanning misses
Analyze any app, even without source code
Test third-party components, app developed externally, and compiled binaries without needing developer access
Get compliance reports that auditors accept
Ready-made documentation for OWASP, GDPR, and NIAP that maps directly to regulatory requirements
Automated mobile app security testing benefits of Q-mast
Analysis of compiled app binary, regardless of in-app or run-time obfuscations
Automated scanning in minutes, no source code needed, even for latest iOS and Android versions
Comprehensive static (SAST), dynamic (DAST), interactive (IAST) and forced-path execution app analysis
Precise SBOM generation and analysis for vulnerability reporting to specific library version, including embedded libraries
Checks against privacy & security standards: NIAP, NIST, OWASP MASV
Malicious behavior profiling, including app collusion
CI/CD integration that delivers security findings in your existing development process
Cloud-based platform to avoid drag on hardware or bandwidth
How Q-mast integrates seamlessly into your SDLC and DevSecOps tools
Integrate without breaking your workflow. CI/CD integration that delivers security findings in your existing development process.
1
Plan
2
Build
Software composition analysis (SCA) for source code and binary, vulnerability scanning.
3
Test
Automated MAST (SAST, DAST, IAST, FPE) of compiled RASP-enabled binary before Pen Testing to find and fix most issues early in the development cycle, reducing the resource cost of fixing issues.
4
Deploy
Pen Testing fulfills key compliance requirements. When combined with MAST, Pen Tests can be less expensive due to the reduced attack surface of the app.
5
Operate
Enabling RASP protects app in deployment from active attacks. With Pen Testing and MAST to harden apps, RASP can be much more effective.
6
Monitor
Why organizations choose Q-mast for mobile app security testing over competitors
Key Capability
Q-mast
Other solutions
Dynamic Behavior Analysis
Q-mast
Full dynamic testing on real devices, non-jailbroken or rooted devices — reveals true app behavior
Other solutions
Partial dynamic testing, emulator-dependent
Pre-deployment behavior analysis
Q-mast
Fully supported
Other solutions
Not supported
App Simulation
Q-mast
Simulated flows on purpose built emulators
Other solutions
Limited to flows observed in dynamic
Mobile Supply Chain Risk Assessment
Q-mast
Full SBOM + SDK behavior analysis, nested dependency
Other solutions
CVE lookup only
AI/SDK Exposure & Data Risk Detection
Q-mast
Detects hidden AI/SDKs, outbound data flows, privacy violations
Other solutions
Static pattern-based — behaviorally active risks missed
Post-Deployment Risk Validation
Q-mast
Continuous production app testing and monitoring with “App Watch List”— directly from app stores, no user device agents required
Other solutions
Requires runtime agents limited to global stores or SDK integration for production insights
CI/CD & DevSecOps Integration
Q-mast
GitHub, API, scalable into development pipelines, GRC supportFull dynamic testing on real devices, non-jailbroken or rooted devices — reveals true app behavior
Other solutions
Partial support, limited flexibility
Audit-Ready Compliance Mapping
Q-mast
OWASP MASVS, NIAP, GDPR aligned reports
Other solutions
Basic references only — manual audit burden
iOS App Support
Q-mast
Supports builds to latest OS versions
Other solutions
Limited to flows observed in dynamic
Obfuscated / protected app support
Q-mast
Full (including signed iOS builds)
Other solutions
Limited to flows observed in dynamic
Supports Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST) standards
Analyst guidance for Mobile App Security Testing (MAST)
“Quokka’s step-by-step approach has notably improved how we handle mobile application vulnerabilities. It’s made managing security assessments across our mobile app ecosystem much smoother and more effective and brought consistency to our security standards. Quokka stands out as a collaborative partner, providing proactive support that truly enhances our experience.”
Security Leader, Fortune 100 CPG Company
Replace mobile security anxiety with confidence
Q-mast takes you from “We hope our app is secure” to “We ship with confidence because our mobile app security testing analyzed real app behavior, not just theoretical vulnerabilities.”
FAQs
Do I need Q-mast if we already perform Pen Testing?
Pen testing simulates real-world cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities in code, infrastructure, and logic that might go unnoticed during regular development and Q&A. It involves skilled security professionals actively trying to exploit weaknesses in the app’s code, infrastructure, and logic. Using this method helps organizations prioritize fixes based on real-world risks, rather than theoretical threats.
Automated MAST, like Q-mast, is a more comprehensive approach that encompasses a range of techniques to analyze mobile apps for security flaws. It involves both static and dynamic analysis to identify vulnerabilities in the app’s code, dependencies, and runtime behavior. From code to supply chain, it performs comprehensive testing to pinpoint vulnerabilities early and ensure secure app releases from the start. Unlike pen testing, MAST is used continuously throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and identifies both security and privacy concerns.
Pen testing is not a replacement for MAST but rather a complementary approach. Combining MAST and pen testing is a strategic investment in risk mitigation, operational efficiency, and customer trust. This integrated approach not only strengthens your mobile app’s security posture, but also delivers tangible benefits that align with broader business goals. Read more in our Strengthening Mobile Security: The Power of Combining Pen Testing and Mobile Application Security Testing blog post.
Does Q-mast require source code, or can it scan compiled apps (binaries)?
Q-mast scans compiled app binary, regardless of in-app or run-time obfuscations — no source code needed.
What security standards does Q-mast align with? (e.g., OWASP MASVS, NIAP, NIST)
Q-mast checks against privacy & security standards from NIAP, NIST, OWASP MASVS, CVEs, and SARIF. In fact, Quokka (then Kryptowire) contributed to setting NIAP requirements for testing mobile apps. Read more about how Quokka contributed to NIAP and how Quokka aligns with the OWASP Mobile Top 10.
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