Introduction
We express our gratitude to the BingX team for the collaborative engagement that enabled the execution of this Pentest.
Document | |
|---|---|
| Name | Pentest and Security Analysis Report for BingX |
| Audited By | |
| Approved By | |
| Website | https://bingx.com/en→ |
| Changelog | 29/09/2025 - Preliminary Report |
| Changelog | 05/10/2025 - Final Report |
| Language | Swift |
| Tags | iOS - Mobile Application |
| Methodology | https://hackenio.cc/pentest_methodology→ |
| Platform | iOS |
Document
- Name
- Pentest and Security Analysis Report for BingX
- Audited By
- Approved By
- Website
- https://bingx.com/en→
- Changelog
- 29/09/2025 - Preliminary Report
- Changelog
- 05/10/2025 - Final Report
- Language
- Swift
- Tags
- iOS - Mobile Application
- Methodology
- https://hackenio.cc/pentest_methodology→
- Platform
- iOS
Review Scope | |
|---|---|
| App Store | https://apps.apple.com/ua/app/bingx-buy-bitcoin-crypto/id1500217666?l=en-GB→ |
| Version | 4.67.0 |
| Retest Version | 4.69.5 |
Review Scope
- Version
- 4.67.0
- Retest Version
- 4.69.5
Audit Summary
The system users should acknowledge all the risks summed up in the risks section of the report
System Overview
Bing provides a sophisticated iOS mobile application that serves as a primary touchpoint for its global user base. The app is designed to deliver a seamless, AI-enhanced trading experience, granting users access to a wide range of financial products and intelligent tools directly from their iPhone.
Key features of the application include:
Core Trading Functionality: The app provides real-time access to spot and UST-M perpetual futures markets with support for high-leverage trading. It is optimized for ultra-low-latency order execution, which is critical for users trading highly volatile assets such as memecoins. The interface likely integrates live price charts, order books, and market depth visualizations tailored for mobile.
Portfolio and Asset Management: A centralized dashboard displays the user's balance across both spot and futures accounts. Users can easily perform key actions such as deposits, withdrawals, and internal transfers. The app likely includes dynamic prompts for engaging with new listings and ecosystem updates.
Security and Transparency Measures: Bing emphasizes “industry-leading security and asset transparency,” suggesting that the iOS app includes built-in support for Proof of Reserves, allowing users to verify asset holdings. Security features likely include Face ID / Touch ID integration, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), anti-phishing phrases, and device management options within the app settings.
Community-Centric Interface: The iOS app is likely designed to encourage user engagement with memecoin communities, highlighting new token listings, platform announcements, and possibly integrated community feeds or forums.
Findings
Code ― | Title | Status | Severity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F-2025-1320 | Lack of Restriction on Third-Party Keyboards | accepted | Low | |
| F-2025-1319 | Lack of Anti-Hook and Anti-Debug Mechanism | accepted | Low | |
| F-2025-1319 | Insecure App Transport Security (ATS) Settings | accepted | Low | |
| F-2025-1320 | No Strong Encryption Declared in App Configuration | accepted | Observation | |
| F-2025-1320 | Use of Default Data Protection Class | accepted | Observation | |
| F-2025-1319 | Stack Smashing Protection Not Enforced | accepted | Observation |
Appendix 1. Severity Definitions
Severity | Description |
|---|---|
Critical | These issues present a major security vulnerability that poses a severe risk to the system. They require immediate attention and must be resolved to prevent a potential security breach or other significant harm. |
High | These issues present a significant risk to the system, but may not require immediate attention. They should be addressed in a timely manner to reduce the risk of the potential security breach. |
Medium | These issues present a moderate risk to the system and cannot have a great impact on its function. They should be addressed in a reasonable time frame, but may not require immediate attention. |
Low | These issues present no risk to the system and typically relate to the code quality problems or general recommendations. They do not require immediate attention and should be viewed as a minor recommendation. |
Severity
- Critical
Description
- These issues present a major security vulnerability that poses a severe risk to the system. They require immediate attention and must be resolved to prevent a potential security breach or other significant harm.
Severity
- High
Description
- These issues present a significant risk to the system, but may not require immediate attention. They should be addressed in a timely manner to reduce the risk of the potential security breach.
Severity
- Medium
Description
- These issues present a moderate risk to the system and cannot have a great impact on its function. They should be addressed in a reasonable time frame, but may not require immediate attention.
Severity
- Low
Description
- These issues present no risk to the system and typically relate to the code quality problems or general recommendations. They do not require immediate attention and should be viewed as a minor recommendation.
Appendix 2. Scope
The scope of the project includes the following:
Review Scope | |
|---|---|
| App Store | https://apps.apple.com/ua/app/bingx-buy-bitcoin-crypto/id1500217666?l=en-GB→ |
| Version | 4.67.0 |
Review Scope
- Version
- 4.67.0