Android Hacking & Security: Ethical Hacking for Beginners

Name: Android Hacking & Security: Ethical Hacking for Beginners
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Android Hacking & Security: Learn How Hackers Exploit & Secure Devices

Created byWhitesec online security organization

Last updated 4/2026

English

What you'll learn

How hackers exploit Android devices using Remote Access Trojans (RATs)
Setting up a secure lab environment for ethical hacking and penetration testing
Creating and testing Android spyware and botnets
Developing and deploying Android keyloggers for security testing
Modifying Android payload names and icons to evade detection
Binding malicious payloads with real Android applications
Achieving persistence on Android devices (auto-starting payloads on reboot, charger connection, etc.)
Tracking attackers through network traffic and payload analysis
Encrypting payloads to bypass antivirus detection

Course content

11 sections • 38 lectures • 7h 41m total length

1.Introduction to this course2:54
2.Why Learning Android Hacking is Important for Everyone6:17
3.Downloading and Installing VMware Workstation & Windows ISO for Lab Practice5:17
Learn how to download and install VMware Workstation (recommended 16.2.4) for lab practice, then obtain and set up a Windows 10 ISO using Mega or Google Drive.
4.Why Use VMware Workstation for Android Hacking1:53
5.Setting Up a Safe and Isolated Lab9:14
6.Installing Java Jdk and Jre6:57
Download and install Java JDK and JRE via a browser, using Chrome or Firefox. Copy the installers between host and VM, then restart the browser and the machine.
7.Setting Up an Android Emulator for Practice6:14
8.Installing Metasploit Framework on Windows 108:10
Learn to install the Metasploit framework on Windows 10 using the nightly installer, disable Defender, and run MSF venom and MSF console from CMD in a VM.
9.Installing XAMPP for Web-Based Android Testing3:39

0.What is an Android Botnet (Web-Based)3:09
1.Setting Up a Botnet to Test & Simulate Android Hacking12:27
2.Hosting a Botnet on a VPS to Bypass Port Forwarding14:37
3.Building a Botnet Payload for Android Testing7:41
4.Developing Your Own Spyware for Android Security Testing12:31
Develop Android security testing by exploring botnet and spyware setup, web panel configuration, Firebase integration, and flexible hosting and database options for learning.
5.Hands-On Spyware Development for Android27:34
6.Using a VPS as a Hosting Server for Android Botnets40:27

1.What is Binding a Payload in a Real APK5:25
Explore binding a payload into a real apk, including decompile and recompile steps, lab practice, and how a hidden payload runs in the background inside a legitimate app.
2.How Attackers Bind Malicious APKs with Legitimate Android Apps25:13
Explore binding a payload to legitimate Android apps by decompiling APKs, integrating the payload, and adjusting launch activity and permissions before testing the bound APK.
3.Binding a Botnet Payload to a Real Application14:47
Learn how attackers bind botnet payloads to Android apps by decompiling, injecting, signing, and testing in virtual environments, and explore launch activity and manifest edits to understand app security.
4.Binding a Metasploit Payload to a Real Application8:14
5.Understanding the Black Hat Approach – How Real World Attackers Backdoor39:01

1.What is Persistence in Android Hacking3:58
2.How Attackers Maintain Persistent Access to Infected Devices17:19
Explains how attackers maintain persistent access to Android devices by persisting payloads through app cloning, launching options, and accessibility services, with a focus on beginner methods.
3.Hiding the Payload from Recent Apps6:24
Explore techniques to hide a payload from the recent apps list using app cloner, privacy options, and persistence settings, and examine implications for Android security.
4.Auto-Starting the Payload via a Fake Calculator App4:14
5.Running the Payload When the Device is Connected to a Charger4:55
6.Executing the Payload When Headphones Are Plugged In2:48
7.Triggering the Payload Through a Secret Dial Code8:09

Requirements

Basic knowledge of computers and operating systems (Windows/Linux)
A PC or laptop with at least 8GB RAM for running virtual machines and emulators
VMware Workstation or VirtualBox for setting up a secure lab environment (we will guide you)
Internet connection for downloading required tools and software
No prior coding or ethical hacking experience needed

Description

Are you curious about how hackers compromise Android devices? Do you want to learn ethical hacking techniques to test and secure Android applications? Welcome to the ultimate Android Hacking & Security Course, designed by Whitesec Cybersecurity Consultancy for beginners who want to explore the world of ethical hacking.

This course is perfect for cybersecurity enthusiasts, penetration testers, and ethical hackers who want to understand Android vulnerabilities, test security loopholes, and learn real-world attack techniques used by hackers.

What You’ll Learn in This Course:

Android Hacking with Remote Access Trojans (RATs) – Understand how attackers spy on SMS, images, and personal data.
Setting Up a Secure Lab for Ethical Hacking – Install VMware, Metasploit, and Android emulators for safe testing.
Developing & Deploying Android Spyware and Botnets – Learn how attackers build and use botnets for control.
Android Keyloggers – Capture keystrokes and understand keylogging threats.
Modifying & Hiding Malicious Payloads – Evade detection by changing app icons, names, and disguising backdoors.
Binding Malware with Real Applications – See how attackers inject malicious payloads into legitimate apps.
Achieving Persistence on Android Devices – Learn techniques to make backdoors auto-start on reboot, when charging, or through hidden triggers.
Tracking Attackers & Analyzing Payload Traffic – Discover how to trace hackers by analyzing network traffic and payload strings.
Bypassing Antivirus Detection – Encrypt payloads and evade security software for ethical hacking research.

Who is This Course For?

Beginners in Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking – No prior experience needed! We explain everything step by step
Ethical Hackers & Pentesters – Gain hands-on skills to test and secure Android devices
IT Security Professionals & Developers – Understand Android security risks and how to defend against them.
Students & Tech Enthusiasts – If you’re passionate about ethical hacking, this course will be a great starting point

Why Take This Course?

Practical & Hands-On – Real-world hacking simulations and exercises.
Beginner-Friendly & Easy to Understand – No complicated jargon, just clear explanations.
Taught by Industry Experts – Learn from cybersecurity professionals at Whitesec Cybersecurity Consultancy.

By the end of this course, you’ll have a deep understanding of Android hacking techniques and how to test & secure Android devices against real-world threats!

Enroll now and start your journey into Android ethical hacking!

Who this course is for:

Beginners in Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
Ethical Hackers & Penetration Testers
Cybersecurity Enthusiasts & IT Students

Android Hacking & Security: Ethical Hacking for Beginners

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Course content

Section 1 Introduction & Lab Setup9 lectures • 51min

Section 2 Android Hacking with Remote Access Trojans (RATs)3 lectures • 46min

Section 3 Android Botnets & Spyware – Setup & Development7 lectures • 1hr 58min

Section 4 Android Keyloggers – Capturing Keystrokes2 lectures • 30min

Section 5 Modifying Android Payload Icons & Names1 lecture • 8min

Section 6 Binding Payloads with Real Applications5 lectures • 1hr 33min

Section 7 Making Android Payloads Persistent7 lectures • 48min

Section 8 Tracking Attackers via Network Traffic & Payload Analysis1 lecture • 24min

Section 9 Bypassing Antivirus Detection & Encrypting Payloads1 lecture • 16min

Section 10 Android Security Testing & Ethical Hacking1 lecture • 27min

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