The apktool-mcp-server is a fully automated server that leverages apktool and LLMs like Claude to facilitate real-time analysis and reverse engineering of Android APKs, enabling users to uncover vulnerabilities and modify code efficiently. It provides a suite of tools for tasks such as decoding APKs, analyzing manifests, and modifying smali files, all designed to enhance the reverse engineering process.
The article details a process for modding a mobile application using Frida, specifically by creating a mod that ensures a dice-rolling app always returns a one. It also explains how to distribute the modded app by embedding the Frida gadget for autonomous script execution, allowing the modified app to function without external tools.