analyzing-ios-app-security-with-objection

Inspect iOS app keychain and filesystem data using Objection and Frida.

2|Updated Jun 5, 2026
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Skill: analyzing-ios-app-security-with-objection
Source: https://github.com/balsm-health/Balsm-AI/tree/main/plugin/skills/analyzing-ios-app-security-with-objection
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/balsm-health/Balsm-AI --skill analyzing-ios-app-security-with-objection-balsm-health

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires objection, frida, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of run-time security assessment of iOS applications, allowing users to inspect keychain and filesystem data, explore app internals at runtime, and validate/bypass client-side protections during authorized mobile assessments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Keychain and Filesystem Data Inspection: Allows users to inspect keychain and filesystem data within an iOS app to identify potential security issues.
  • Runtime App Exploration: Users can explore the internal workings of the app in real-time without access to source code.
  • Bypass Client-Side Protections: Offers capabilities to bypass security measures like SSL pinning and jailbreak detection during security testing.
  • Use Case: This skill is suitable for cybersecurity professionals and penetration testers who need to perform authorized assessments of iOS applications to ensure they are secure against common attack vectors.

Quick Start

To start using this skill, install Objection and Frida, prepare your target device, and use the command 'objection --gadget "com.target.app" explore' to attach to the target app.

Frequently Asked Questions about analyzing-ios-app-security-with-objection

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I bypass SSL pinning and jailbreak detection during iOS app security testing?

You can bypass client-side security measures like SSL pinning and jailbreak detection using Objection's runtime exploration capabilities. It injects Frida scripts into the iOS app to disable these protections during authorized penetration testing.

How do I inspect the iOS keychain and filesystem data of a target app?

You can inspect iOS keychain and filesystem data by attaching Objection to the target application's runtime. This allows security testers to directly explore and extract sensitive information stored by the app during authorized assessments.

Do I need a jailbroken device to perform runtime assessment of iOS apps with Frida?

You do not strictly need a jailbroken device for iOS runtime assessment with Frida. You can use a non-jailbroken target device, provided the Frida server is installed and a macOS system is used for testing.

What is runtime iOS app security testing and when should I use it?

Runtime iOS app security testing is the process of exploring an app's internal workings in real-time without source code access. Use it to validate client-side protections and identify security issues like insecure data storage during penetration testing.

Can I explore an iOS app's internal workings without access to the source code?

Yes, you can explore an iOS app's internal workings without source code by using Objection to attach to the running process. This leverages Frida to dynamically inspect the app's behavior, memory, and stored data in real-time.

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