Bootcamp Overview

The Android Pentesting Bootcamp by Redfox Cybersecurity Academy dives deep into the world of Android mobile application security, equipping learners with both offensive and defensive hacking skills. Through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, the course covers a wide spectrum of topics - including reverse engineering, vulnerability discovery, root detection bypass techniques, logic flaw exploitation, and creating effective mitigation strategies. Designed for ethical hackers and security enthusiasts, this immersive bootcamp encourages a mastery of practical pentesting tools and methodologies to strengthen Android app resilience against evolving threats. This bootcamp is an accessible opportunity to elevate your mobile security expertise.

What to Expect?

• Step-by-step, hands-on training from setup to real-world exploitation
• Practical use of industry tools like Frida, MobSF, Objection, Burp Suite
• Real Android vulnerabilities - no theory dumps, just pure hacking
• Expert guidance from professionals working in the field
• Labs, demos, exercises, and reporting - just like a real pentest engagement
• Interview prep, reporting training & access to a private student community

At the end of the bootcamp, you’ll take a hands-on certification exam that tests your skills in a real-world scenario. Submit your professional report, pass the exam, and earn your CAAPT – Certified Android Application Penetration Tester (for Android Pentesting Bootcamp). Use the certificate to boost your resume, share it on LinkedIn, and stand out in cybersecurity job interviews.

Bootcamp Agenda

Session 1: Environment Setup & Static Analysis Fundamentals

• Setting up Android Emulators (AVD, Genymotion) & Real Devices
• Configuring ADB, Developer Mode & USB Debugging
• APK Extraction & Reverse Engineering (APKTool, JADX, MobSF)
• AndroidManifest Analysis - Finding exposed components & weak permissions
• Hardcoded Secrets - Credentials, API Keys & Sensitive URLs in the codebase

Session 2: Dynamic Analysis & Runtime Exploitation

• Traffic Interception with Burp Suite - Capturing & tampering mobile API requests
• SSL Pinning Bypass using Frida & Objection
• Exploiting Exported Components - Abusing misconfigured Activities, Broadcast Receivers, Content Providers
• Live Hooking & Patching with Frida - Real-time function manipulation
• Bypassing Security Controls - Root Detection, Secure Flag

Session 3: Real-World Vulnerability Exploitation

• Insecure Data Storage - Sensitive data leaks via SharedPreferences, SQLite & External Storage
• Insecure Logging - Logcat-based data leakage (tokens, passwords, sensitive operations)
• Insecure WebView Implementation - Exploiting JavaScriptInterface, file:// handling & unvalidated URL loading
• SQL Injection in Content Providers - Query manipulation for direct data access
• Deep Link Exploitation - Parameter tampering & unauthorized deep link invocation
• Reporting

Session 4: Advanced Attacks & Final Challenge

• StrandHogg Task Hijacking - Task mismanagement leading to privilege abuse
• Arbitrary Code Execution via Third-Party Libraries - Loading untrusted code within the app context
• Clipboard Data Leakage - Exploiting how apps copy/paste sensitive data
• Intent Redirection - Hijacking app logic by injecting manipulated intents across apps
• Weak Cryptography - Cracking custom encryption routines, hardcoded Keys.
• Backup Misconfiguration - Exploiting improperly allowed backups to extract app data
• Tapjacking (UI Overlay Attacks) - Trick users into interacting with invisible UI layers to approve actions
• Final Exam & Certified Android Application Penetration Tester (CAAPT)

Bootcamp Schedule (September 2025 Batch)

• Live, Instructor-led Training via Zoom
• Private Discord Community for Discussions and Q&A
• Recorded Sessions Available after each Class

Live Session Dates

Who Should Join This Bootcamp?

• Penetration testers expanding into mobile app security.
• Bug bounty hunters targeting Android apps.
• Cybersecurity professionals needing hands-on mobile hacking experience.
• Developers wanting to build secure-by-design Android apps.

Tarak Sakhardande

Senior Security Consultant
Tarak Sakhardande is a cybersecurity expert with deep expertise in web app security, mobile testing, and Active Directory pentesting. He specializes in finding vulnerabilities and improving digital defenses.

• Master both Static & Dynamic Analysis for Android apps.
• Learn real-world attacks used by professional mobile pentesters.
• Build hands-on skills using Frida, Objection, Burp Suite, MobSF & more.
• Apply full pentest methodology - from recon to exploitation & reporting.
• Walk away with a CAAPT Certification that proves your skills.

• Get hands-on experience with real vulnerabilities in live apps.
• Stay ahead with techniques relevant for bug bounty, red teaming, and mobile pentesting gigs.
• Learn directly from experienced instructors with practical demonstrations.
• Build your mobile security portfolio to boost your career.

Nope! Basic web pentesting or security knowledge helps, but we cover everything from the ground up.

Yes! You’ll get a full lab setup, vulnerable APKs, and all required tools.

Recommended but not mandatory. We’ll show both emulator-based and real-device testing approaches.

Absolutely - you’ll earn the Certified Android Application Penetration Tester (CAAPT) credential after passing the final exam.