AppSealing Deprecation Notes
This page contains all deprecation announcements for AppSealing SDK versions. These versions have been deprecated due to various technical changes, compatibility issues, or security improvements.
2024 Deprecation (iOS)
Section titled “2024 Deprecation (iOS)”Date: 2024-08-07
Deprecated Root Cause
Section titled “Deprecated Root Cause”Below versions are deprecated by “App is resigned” error in TestFlight. To fix this error, new versions are released as hotfix.
Also, 1.9.0.0 and 1.8.0.0 versions are deprecated to avoid false-positive errors in Anti-swizzling detection. We will upgrade a new version with controllable anti-swizzling detection feature.
Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Deprecated Versions”The following iOS AppSealing versions are deprecated:
- 1.9.0.0 - Anti-swizzling detection false positives
- 1.8.0.0 - Anti-swizzling detection false positives
- 1.7.2.0 - TestFlight resign error
- 1.7.0.0 - TestFlight resign error
- 1.6.0.0 - TestFlight resign error
Available Latest Versions
Section titled “Available Latest Versions”Recommended alternatives:
- 1.8.1.0 - Hotfix for 1.8.0.0 anti-swizzling issues
- 1.7.3.0 - Hotfix for 1.7.2.0 TestFlight resign error
- 1.6.1.0 - Hotfix for 1.6.0.0 TestFlight resign error
2023 December Deprecation
Section titled “2023 December Deprecation”Date: 2023-12-21
End of Service Life: January 31st, 2024
Removal Date: January 31st, 2024
Available Latest Versions
Section titled “Available Latest Versions”| Plan | Version | Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android Native | 2.31.0.0 | Latest release with enhanced security features | Nov 22, 2023 |
| Android Hybrid | 1.7.3.0 | Latest hybrid version with React Native support | Dec 15, 2023 |
| iOS | 1.6.0.0 / 1.7.0.0 / 1.7.2.0 | Multiple current versions available | Oct 30, 2023 |
| iOS Custom | 1.7.1.0.c | New custom version provided to each iOS Enterprise customer individually | Jan 2024 |
Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Deprecated Versions”Android Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2.30.0.0 | - New option - hide overlay windows - Support Amazon App Store SDK 3.0 | Aug 14, 2023 |
| 2.29.0.0 | - New option - prevent screen mirroring/recording - New option - block USB debugging | Mar 7, 2023 |
| 2.28.1.0 | New option - Use Query_all_packages | Nov 28, 2022 |
| 2.28.0.0 | - Enhancing Rooting detection - Hacking detection message UX change | Nov 1, 2022 |
| 2.27.0.0 | Enhancing Rooting detection | Aug 16, 2022 |
| 2.26.0.0 | Support Xamarin | Jun 22, 2022 |
Android Hybrid Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Hybrid Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7.2.0 | Support React Native 0.72 | Sep 15, 2023 |
| 1.7.0.0 | Support React Native 0.71 | Mar 28, 2023 |
| 1.6.0.0 | Android 2.28.1.0 version sync | Nov 31, 2022 |
| 1.5.0.0 | Support React Native 0.67 ~ 0.70 | Sep 15, 2022 |
iOS Deprecated Versions
Section titled “iOS Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5.2.0 | Support React Native 0.71 | Jul 28, 2023 |
iOS Custom Deprecated Versions
Section titled “iOS Custom Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5.3.0.c | Support React Native 0.72 | Sep 13, 2023 |
| 1.3.5.0.c | iOS Enterprise Custom Version | Feb 2, 2023 |
| 1.3.3.0.c | iOS Enterprise Custom Version | Nov 3, 2022 |
2023 February Deprecation
Section titled “2023 February Deprecation”Date: 2023-02-21
End of Service Life: February 23rd, 2023
Removal Date: March 31st, 2023
Hello Everyone,
We would like to inform you that our security service version for Android and iOS will be removed from our service on 31st March 2023. The older version may not be compatible with the latest operating systems and technical support cannot be guaranteed.
Android Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2.25.0.0 | - Support Unreal 5 - Improve Emulator & Rooting detection | 2022/01/04 |
| 2.24.0.0 | - Support Android 12 | 2021/10/07 |
Android Custom Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Custom Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2.27.2.0.c | - Fix Blustacks crash reported from a specific app | 2022/09/06 |
| 2.27.1.0.c | - Support Xamarin | 2022/08/31 |
| 2.25.4.0.c | - Fix ANRs reported from a specific app | 2022/05/26 |
Android Hybrid Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Hybrid Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4.0.0 | - Sync with Android Native 2.27.0.0 version | 2022/08/08 |
| 1.3.1.0 | - Support AAB format | 2022/03/03 |
iOS Deprecated Versions
Section titled “iOS Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3.1.0 | - Fix Crash & app integrity false-positive case | 2022/10/20 |
| 1.3.0.0 | - Improve compatibility with OpenSSL, BoringSSL, GRPC library | 2022/09/23 |
| 1.2.1.0 | - Improved Jailbreak detection | 2022/08/31 |
| 1.1.7.0 | - Fix app integrity check error at Appstore/Testflight | 2022/07/18 |
| 1.1.6.1 | - Fix license verification error in specific bundle_id pattern | 2022/07/26 |
| 1.1.6.0 | - Support Flutter, Cordova, Ionic | 2022/06/03 |
| 1.1.5.1 | - Improved certificate verification logic for Appstore | 2022/05/17 |
iOS Custom Deprecated Versions
Section titled “iOS Custom Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3.2.0.c | - Fix conflict with the Microsoft user authentication library | 2022/05/10 |
| 1.2.5.0.c | - Removed execution file for CI/CD integration | 2021/12/22 |
| 1.2.4.0.c | - Fix crashes for the specific app | 2021/11/19 |
| 1.2.3.0.c | - Fix Jailbreak false-positive error in M1 silicon Macbook for a specific app. | 2021/11/17 |
| 1.2.2.0.c | - Improved compatilbiliy for GRPC | 2021/08/27 |
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”| Plan | Version | Information |
|---|---|---|
| Android Native | 2.28.1.0+ | Latest version |
| Android Hybrid | 1.6.0.0+ | Latest version |
| iOS | 1.4.0.0+ | Latest version |
2022 August Deprecation
Section titled “2022 August Deprecation”Date: 2022-08-08
End of Service Life: September 1st, 2022
Removal Date: September 30th, 2022
Hello Everyone,
With the changes in the Android OS 12 and the review of not-used versions by the customers, deprecations are announced for security versions where features and functionality are no longer available. If you are using the deprecated version, please check the alternative version that is compatible with the features and is constantly receiving technical support.
Android AppSealing Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android AppSealing Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2.23.0.0 | Data protection | 2021/08/13 |
| 2.22.0.0 | Compatible with the latest Crashlytics | 2021/03/18 |
| 2.21.0.0 | Support App Bundle and improved compatibility | 2021/01/28 |
| 2.20.0.0 | Support Android 11 and various new features | 2020/09/22 |
| 2.19.12.0 | Fix false Positive issue for detect Magisk Manager | 2020/08/18 |
| 2.19.4.0 | Enhance security at Unity IL2CPP and Rooting env. | 2020/04/28 |
| 2.19.3.0 | Block Work Profile and support Unity 2019.3 | 2020/04/08 |
| 2.19.2.0 | Improved to detect rooting environment | 2020/02/03 |
| 2.19.1.0 | Detect Dual app (app cloning) and improve stability | 2019/12/09 |
| 2.19.0.0 | Rooting and cheating app detection Improved | 2019/11/26 |
| 2.18.3.0 | Improve stability and compatibility | 2019/09/24 |
| 2.18.0.0 | Support Unity 2019.2 | 2019/09/02 |
| 2.17.0.0 | Life Cycle and Size Improvement | 2019/08/08 |
| 2.16.0.0 | Support Unity .Net 4.x scripting | 2019/07/22 |
Android Hybrid AppSealing Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android Hybrid AppSealing Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3.0.0 | Support Cordova, Ionic, and React-native 0.66 | 2021/12/08 |
| 1.2.0.0 | Support React Native 0.64 | 2021/05/06 |
| 1.1.0.0 | Support Hermes Engine | 2021/02/05 |
| 1.0.1.0 | Fix for Multidex App | 2021/02/04 |
| 1.0.0.0 | React Native JSC support | 2020/10/13 |
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”| Product | Version | Related Information |
|---|---|---|
| Android Native | 2.24.0.0+ | Versions support Android 12 |
| Android Hybrid | 1.3.1.0+ | Versions support Android 12 and AAB file |
2022 April iOS Deprecation
Section titled “2022 April iOS Deprecation”Date: 2022-04-29
End of Service Life: April 28th, 2022
Removal Date: April 28th, 2022
Hello Everyone,
In the recently released iOS AppSealing SDK v1.2.0.0 and Hybrid AppSealing for iOS SDK v 1.2.0.0, it was confirmed that the enhanced jailbreak detection function for security enhancement works as a false positive. Therefore, it has been declared deprecated and removed.
Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Deprecated Versions”| Product | Version | Related Information | Released Date | End of Service Life | Removal Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iOS AppSealing | 1.2.0.0 | Block the jailbreak detection bypass tool | 2022/04/06 | Apr. 28th, 2022 | Apr. 28th, 2022 |
| iOS Hybrid AppSealing | 1.2.0.0 | Block the jailbreak detection bypass tool | 2022/04/06 | Apr. 28th, 2022 | Apr. 28th, 2022 |
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”Recommended:
- iOS AppSealing SDK v. 1.1.7.0
- Hybrid AppSealing for iOS SDK v.1.1.0.0
These versions and higher contain all the enhancements in the lower versions and are compatible with iOS 9.0.
Released: December 22nd, 2021
2021 iOS Deprecation
Section titled “2021 iOS Deprecation”Date: 2021-08-31
End of Service Life: August 31st, 2021
As the dependency of the AppSealing functionality for the iOS SDK occurs due to changes in the iOS AppStore’s certificate, deprecations are announced for security versions where features and functionality are no longer available.
Also, we are planning to make automated certificate updates to avoid the same situation for AppStore’s other certificate updates.
iOS AppSealing Deprecated Versions
Section titled “iOS AppSealing Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date | End of Service Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1.3.0 | Re-signing Script error fixed | 2021/01/06 | Aug. 31st, 2021 |
| 1.1.4.0 | Improvement stability | 2021/05/10 | Aug. 31st, 2021 |
| 1.1.5.0 | Support using 3rd-party library built with Boring-SSL | 2021/07/05 | Aug. 31st, 2021 |
Hybrid iOS AppSealing Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Hybrid iOS AppSealing Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date | End of Service Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0.0 | Support for the React Native 0.64.x | 2021/05/10 | Aug. 31st, 2021 |
| 1.0.1.0 | Support using 3rd-party library built with Boring-SSL | 2021/07/05 | Aug. 31st, 2021 |
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”iOS AppSealing Alternative
Section titled “iOS AppSealing Alternative”Recommended: Version 1.1.5.1 and higher
- AppStore certificate update is applied to this version
- Released: August 26th, 2021
Hybrid iOS AppSealing Alternative
Section titled “Hybrid iOS AppSealing Alternative”Recommended: Version 1.0.2.0 and higher
- AppStore certificate update is applied to this version
- Released: August 26th, 2021
2020 Deprecation
Section titled “2020 Deprecation”Date: 2020-10-12
End of Service Life: November 30th, 2020
As the dependency of the AppSealing security for the Android app occurs due to changes in the Android OS platform and the technologies used by the customers, deprecations are announced for security versions where features and functionality are no longer available.
Android AppSealing Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Android AppSealing Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date | End of Service Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.19.4.1.c | Support selective Dex encryption for a specific app | 2020/05/06 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.19.2.1.c | Improvement compatibility with Firebase | 2020/02/21 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.19.0.1.c | Fixed for better app performance | 2019/11/28 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.5.2.c | Loading time reduced | 2019/11/07 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.5.0.c | Fixed security module for better game process lifecycle | 2019/10/18 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.4.0.c | Fixed error of multi-process | 2019/09/25 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.3.2.c | Fixed crash on a specific device (SM-J200G) | 2019/11/18 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.3.1.c | Fixed app restart & crash | 2019/10/31 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.2.0.c | Fixed crash and ANR | 2019/09/18 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.18.1.0 | Support for Java app | 2019/09/04 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.17.1.0 | Support AAPT2 | 2019/08/21 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.16.1.0.c | Optimization of security module size | 2019/07/29 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.13.22.0 | Fixed bugs Google app signing support module | 2019/05/16 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
| 2.13.10.1 | Updated macro blacklist | 2019/05/04 | Nov. 30th, 2020 |
Hybrid AppSealing Secure Webview Deprecated Versions
Section titled “Hybrid AppSealing Secure Webview Deprecated Versions”| Version | Related Information | Released Date | End of Service Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.0.0 | Javascript code protection by secure Webview | 2020/05/19 | Oct. 14th, 2020 |
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”Recommended: Version 2.20.0.0 and higher
- Contains all enhancements from lower versions
- Compatible with Android OS 11
- Released: September 23rd, 2020
2019 Deprecation
Section titled “2019 Deprecation”Date: 2019-10-02
End of Service Life: November 25th, 2019
Removal Date: December 23rd, 2019
AppSealing APK Sealing strives to balance innovation and stability to secure the customer’s app and the end-users from malicious attacks. Sometimes, functions and features become obsolete and need to be removed or replaced so that AppSealing security service can stay current with new best practices, changing dependencies, or changes in the Android OS platform and key technologies customers are using. Due to the big technical changes on Android 10, we would like to announce deprecated APK Sealing versions.
Affected Versions:
Section titled “Affected Versions:”- 2.10.5 through 2.15.2.0.c (31 versions total)
- Key versions include: 2.11.0, 2.12.1, 2.13.x series, 2.14.x series, 2.15.x series
Key Features Deprecated:
Section titled “Key Features Deprecated:”- Security logic enhancements
- Android O crash fixes
- Unity support improvements
- 64-bit app support
- Virtual space app detection
- Google app signing support
Alternative Versions
Section titled “Alternative Versions”Recommended: Version 2.16.0.0 and higher
- Contains all improvements from lower versions
- Install-based virtual space app detection replaced with behavior-based detection
- Released: July 24th, 2019
Support
Section titled “Support”For any questions regarding these deprecations, please contact support@appsealing.com.