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What is the purpose of reverse engineering Android apps?
What is the purpose of reverse engineering Android apps?
- Enhancing app functionality
- Creating custom modifications
- Identifying security vulnerabilities
- All of the above (correct)
Which file in an APK contains the Android app's manifest information?
Which file in an APK contains the Android app's manifest information?
- assets/
- resources/
- DEX files
- AndroidManifest.xml (correct)
What does the acronym DEX stand for in Android app development?
What does the acronym DEX stand for in Android app development?
- Data Extraction
- Dynamic Extension
- Dalvik Executable (correct)
- Data Exchange
When reverse engineering Android apps, what can be found in the 'assets/' folder of an APK?
When reverse engineering Android apps, what can be found in the 'assets/' folder of an APK?
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What is a common objective of reverse engineering Android apps?
What is a common objective of reverse engineering Android apps?
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What type of session is planned with DarkNavy on 19th March 2024?
What type of session is planned with DarkNavy on 19th March 2024?
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Android Reverse Engineering
- Reverse engineering is the process of analyzing a system to understand how it works, often with the intent of duplicating or enhancing its functionality.
- Android app reverse engineering is crucial for understanding app behavior, identifying security vulnerabilities, and creating custom modifications.
Android App Structure
- Android applications are packaged as APK (Android Package) files.
- APK files consist of:
- Manifest file (AndroidManifest.xml)
- Resources (res/)
- Assets (assets/)
- Executable code (DEX files)
Course Overview
- Course title: Android Reverse Engineering
- Instructor: A/Prof. Vivek Balachandran ([email protected])
- Guest Lecture: DarkNavy from China (19th March 2024, 9 AM – 11 AM, Hybrid: Face to face + Zoom session)
- Practice CTF session:
- Getting used to flag detection
- Identifying the level of technical skills of the class
- Introduction to Android Reverse Engineering
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