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OWASP Risks Atlasby Jer Catallo
Mobile Security

OWASP Top 10 for Mobile Security

OWASP Top 10 for mobile application security, covering platform-specific vulnerabilities, insecure data storage, and authentication issues.

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Showing official OWASP 2024 Mobile Security categories

Mobile Security categories for 2024
RankTitleSummaryDetails
#1Insecure Authentication and Session ManagementWeak authentication flows, insecure token storage, and poor session handling enable account takeover and unauthorized access.View Details
#2Insecure Data Storage and Privacy LeakageSensitive data stored without encryption or excessive data collection exposes user privacy and enables data theft.View Details
#3Insecure Communication and Network AttacksUnencrypted or improperly validated network communications enable interception and manipulation of data in transit.View Details
#4Insecure Platform Usage and IntegrationMisuse of platform APIs, insecure deep links, and improper intent handling create attack vectors through platform features.View Details
#5Client-Side Injection and Code ExecutionInjection vulnerabilities in webviews, JavaScript interfaces, and native code enable arbitrary code execution on the device.View Details
#6Insecure Authorization and Access ControlMissing or bypassable authorization checks allow access to unauthorized data and functions within the app and backend.View Details
#7Code Tampering and Reverse EngineeringInsufficient protections against reverse engineering and binary modification enable attackers to analyze and tamper with app behavior.View Details
#8Supply Chain and Third-Party DependenciesVulnerable or malicious third-party SDKs, libraries, and services introduce risk into mobile applications.View Details
#9Device and Environment SecurityRunning on compromised devices, rooted/jailbroken systems, or insecure environments undermines app security controls.View Details
#10Privacy and Data Protection FailuresExcessive data collection, missing consent mechanisms, and inadequate privacy controls violate user trust and regulatory requirements.View Details