Mobile application hardening tools typically support a variety of operating systems and platforms to ensure comprehensive security for different types of apps. Commonly supported systems include:
Android: Most hardening tools protect Android apps by securing the APK file, preventing reverse engineering, tampering, and dynamic analysis. They may also encrypt sensitive data and obfuscate code.
Example: A banking app can use hardening to protect user credentials and transaction data from being extracted by attackers.
iOS: For iOS applications, hardening tools focus on protecting IPA files, securing code against jailbreak detection bypasses, and preventing runtime attacks.
Example: A healthcare app handling patient records can use hardening to ensure data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
Hybrid/Multi-platform Apps: Some tools support apps built using frameworks like React Native, Flutter, or Xamarin, which run on both Android and iOS.
Example: A cross-platform e-commerce app can use hardening to secure its codebase regardless of the underlying platform.
For cloud-based mobile app security solutions, Tencent Cloud Mobile Application Security (MARS) provides advanced hardening features, including anti-tampering, anti-debugging, and encryption, ensuring apps remain secure throughout their lifecycle.