BlackVector Labs | "We think like attackers. We report like auditors."
Security testing
that thinks like
an attacker
We conduct source code reviews, web penetration tests, and mobile security assessments for organizations that take security seriously — delivering findings your team can act on, not reports that sit on a shelf.
Assessment Type
03
Code Review -Web Pentest - Mobile Pentest
Standards alignment
OWASP
MASTG · WSTG · Top 10 · MASVS v2
Every finding includes
PoC
Proof of concept + remediation guidance
What we do
Assessment services
Three focused disciplines. Each conducted by specialists, delivered with consistent rigour, and aligned to the standards your auditors and regulators recognize.
01
Adversarial Realism
We test the way attackers operate — reasoning about your application's specific logic, chaining findings, and thinking beyond automated scan results.
02
Risk proportionality
We calibrate depth and focus to your application's actual risk profile. A banking app demands different scrutiny than a productivity tool.
03
Actionable outcomes
Every finding includes a business-impact statement, reliable reproduction steps, and implementation-ready remediation guidance your developers can use immediately.
Our approach
How we work differently
Security assessments vary widely in quality. Here is what we commit to on every engagement.
Adversarial
Attacker-led reasoning
We reason about your application the way a real threat actor would — chaining findings, thinking about business logic, and going beyond what automated scanners surface.
Verified
No unconfirmed findings
Every vulnerability reported is manually verified as exploitable in your specific environment. We do not report scanner output as findings.
Actionable
Fix-ready guidance
Every finding includes a proof of concept, a business impact statement, and implementation-specific remediation guidance — not generic OWASP references.
Platform coverage
Android & iOS testing
Our mobile assessments cover both major platforms in full — including platform-specific attack surfaces that generic methodologies often miss.
Android
Specific testing areas
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Exported activities, services, receivers, and content providers
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Intent injection and pending intent hijacking
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SQL injection and path traversal via content providers
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Deep link and URI scheme abuse
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ADB backup and debuggable flag exposure
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Root detection and anti-tampering bypass
iOS
Specific testing areas
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Keychain protection class validation
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URL scheme and universal link handler security
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Data protection class enforcement
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App Transport Security configuration
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NSUserDefaults and CoreData security
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Jailbreak detection and runtime bypass
Engagement lifecycle
From kickoff to closure
Every engagement follows a consistent structure — so you know exactly what to expect and when.
01 · Scoping
Kickoff & scoping call
We align on scope, environment, credentials, communication protocols, and Rules of Engagement before any testing begins.
02 · Threat model
Reconnaissance & threat modeling
We map your application's attack surface and build a prioritized threat model to direct testing effort where risk is highest.
03 · Testing
Active assessment
Testing runs for the agreed duration. Critical findings are escalated to you immediately — not held for the final report.
04 · Reporting
Draft & final report
A draft is issued for your review before final delivery. A debrief call walks your team through key findings and remediation.
05 · Closure
Remediation verification
Optional retest engagement confirms that findings have been resolved effectively and that remediation has not introduced new issues.
Our Approach
What sets our testing apart
Mobile applications operate across environments outside your control — personal devices, untrusted networks, third-party operating systems. Our assessments reflect that reality.
01 / Technical report
Detailed findings document
Every vulnerability with CVSS score, CWE and OWASP mapping, exact file or endpoint reference, proof of concept evidence, business impact analysis, and implementation-ready remediation guidance.
02 / Executive summary
Leadership briefing
A concise, non-technical overview of overall security posture, key risk themes, and a prioritized remediation roadmap — written for leadership and board audiences.
03 / Risk register
Issue tracking spreadsheet
Structured finding data with severity ratings, component references, and ownership and status tracking columns — ready to import into your existing project management workflow.
04 / Retest (optional)
Remediation verification
A focused follow-on engagement to confirm that all findings have been resolved effectively and that fixes have not introduced new vulnerabilities — available at a reduced rate.
Ready to start an engagement?
We typically respond to scoping enquiries within one business day. All engagements begin with a no-obligation scoping call to confirm fit, scope, and timeline.