Install Tools

Installation Guide for iOS Tools

Table of Contents

1. Xcode

2. ipatool

3. AnyTrans

4. SSL Pinning

5. Jailbreaking Tools

6. Other iOS Testing Tools

7. Installation on Windows and Kali Linux

Xcode

Xcode is the integrated development environment (IDE) for macOS used for developing iOS applications.

Installation on macOS

1. Download Xcode:

   • Visit the Mac App Store and search for Xcode.

   • Click Get to download and install Xcode.

2. Install Xcode Command Line Tools:

   • Open Terminal and run:

     xcode-select --install

3. Configure Xcode:

   • Open Xcode and agree to the license agreement.

   • Install additional components if prompted.

4. Verify Installation:

   • Open Terminal and run:

     xcodebuild -version

   • Ensure Xcode and Xcode Command Line Tools are correctly installed.

ipatool

ipatool is a command-line tool for working with iOS app files (IPA files).

Installation on macOS

1. Install Homebrew (if not already installed):

   • Open Terminal and run:

     /bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/HEAD/install.sh)"

2. Install ipatool:

   • Run:

     brew install ipatool

3. Verify Installation:

   • Open Terminal and run:

     ipatool --version

AnyTrans

AnyTrans is a tool for managing iOS devices, including transferring files and managing backups.

Installation on macOS

1. Download AnyTrans:

   • Visit the AnyTrans website and download the macOS version.
2. Run the Installer:

   • Open the downloaded DMG file and drag AnyTrans to the Applications folder.

3. Verify Installation:

   • Open AnyTrans from the Applications folder and ensure it launches correctly.

SSL Pinning

SSL pinning is a technique used to prevent Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks by ensuring that a client only accepts specific SSL certificates.

Tools for SSL Pinning:

1. Objection:

   • Objection is a runtime mobile exploration toolkit, which includes support for bypassing SSL pinning.

   Installation:

   • Install using pip:

     pip install objection

   Usage:

   • Start objection with:

     objection --gdb --p <pid> explore

2. Frida:

   • Frida is another dynamic instrumentation toolkit that can be used to bypass SSL pinning.

   Installation:

   • Install using pip:

     pip install frida-tools

   Usage:

   • Use Frida scripts to bypass SSL pinning. Example script for SSL pinning bypass can be found in the Frida documentation.

Jailbreaking Tools

Jailbreaking tools allow you to gain root access to iOS devices for testing and exploration purposes.

Common Jailbreaking Tools:

1. Checkra1n:

   • A popular tool for jailbreaking iOS devices with hardware-based vulnerabilities.

   Installation on macOS:

   • Visit the Checkra1n website and download the macOS version.
   • Open the DMG file and drag Checkra1n to the Applications folder.

   • Connect your iOS device and follow the instructions provided by Checkra1n.

2. Unc0ver:

   • A tool for jailbreaking iOS devices using a software-based approach.

   Installation:

   • Download the latest version from the Unc0ver website.
   • Use Cydia Impactor or AltStore to install Unc0ver on your device.

3. Taurine:

   • Another tool for jailbreaking iOS devices, similar to Unc0ver.

   Installation:

   • Download Taurine from the Taurine website.
   • Install using a sideloading tool like Cydia Impactor or AltStore.

Other iOS Testing Tools

Burp Suite

1. Download Burp Suite:

   • Visit the Burp Suite download page and download the macOS version.
2. Install Burp Suite:

   • Follow the installation instructions provided on the download page.

Wireshark

1. Download Wireshark:

   • Visit the Wireshark download page and download the macOS version.
2. Install Wireshark:

   • Open the downloaded DMG file and drag Wireshark to the Applications folder.

3. Verify Installation:

   • Open Wireshark from the Applications folder and ensure it launches correctly.

Installation on Windows and Kali Linux

Windows

1. Xcode:

   • Xcode is not available for Windows. Use a macOS virtual machine or cloud-based macOS service if you need Xcode for iOS development.

2. ipatool:

   • ipatool is not natively supported on Windows. Consider using WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) or a macOS virtual machine to run ipatool.

3. AnyTrans:

   • Visit the AnyTrans website and download the Windows version.
   • Run the installer and follow the setup wizard.

4. SSL Pinning Tools:

   • Objection: Install using pip:

     pip install objection

   • Frida: Install using pip:

     pip install frida-tools

5. Jailbreaking Tools:

   • Jailbreaking tools like Checkra1n and Unc0ver require macOS or iOS devices for installation. Use a macOS virtual machine or cloud service if necessary.

Kali Linux

1. Xcode:

   • Xcode is not available for Linux. Use a macOS virtual machine or cloud-based macOS service if you need Xcode for iOS development.

2. ipatool:

   • Install ipatool on Kali Linux using Homebrew or from source.

   Installation via Homebrew:

   • Follow the Homebrew installation instructions.
   • Install ipatool:

     brew install ipatool

3. AnyTrans:

   • AnyTrans is not available for Linux. Use a macOS virtual machine or cloud-based macOS service if necessary.

4. SSL Pinning Tools:

   • Objection: Install using pip:

     pip install objection

   • Frida: Install using pip:

     pip install frida-tools

5. Jailbreaking Tools:

   • Similar to Windows, jailbreaking tools like Checkra1n and Unc0ver require macOS or iOS devices. Use a macOS virtual machine or cloud service if needed.