Add iOS Patching technique (MASTG-TECH-0140)#3654
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[WIP] Add patch to enable debugging for iOS app
Add iOS Patching technique (MASTG-TECH-0140)
Jan 26, 2026
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iOS apps from the App Store lack the
get-task-allowentitlement required for debugger attachment. This technique documents the workflow for patching release builds to enable debugging.Changes
Created MASTG-TECH-0140: iOS Patching technique
get-task-allowentitlement via re-signingcodesignUpdated MASTG-TECH-0091: References new technique for complete debuggable app workflow
Structure
Follows the modular approach of Android MASTG-TECH-0038:
Cross-references existing techniques for obtaining provisioning profiles, signing, installing, and debugging rather than duplicating content.
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