Cyber-Ifrit Security Academy (CISA)

Elevate your research with structured courses & certs

Master Darwin kernels, hardware virtualization, and full-stack iOS security engineering. Tracks below map to CMRA, CAPS, CDAD, and verification—then bundle Academy with Pro for a limited included curriculum.

Pro win-win

Pro includes a limited CISA course bundle—you onboard faster on the emulator and mobile security stack; we grow Academy adoption without fragmenting SKUs. Academy pricing →

Neon Genesis

Pioneer backers still get a free certification attempt on CMRA or CAPS with their supporter pass—stacked on top of commercial tiers when applicable.

CMRA: Certified Mobile Research Architect

Infrastructure & Virtualization.

Core Modules

  • Building the STYX Hypervisor environment.
  • PCCVRE Firmware Analysis & Handshakes.
  • Low-level C++ Hardware Abstraction.

Goal: For engineers who want to build their own research nodes and emulators.

CAPS: Certified ACHERON Pentesting Specialist

Offense & Application Auditing.

Perform deep-app audits on Windows/Linux with zero hardware friction.

Core Modules

  • Bypassing WAFs and Root/Jailbreak Detection.
  • Dynamic Instrumentation with Frida on ACHERON.
  • Phonycode CLI for Automated IPA Auditing.

Goal: For Pentesters and Bug Bounty Hunters on Parrot OS.

CDKD: Certified Darwin Kernel Developer

The XNU Kernel & Exploitation.

Core Modules

  • Reverse Engineering the XNU Kernel.
  • Identifying Memory Corruption & UAF.
  • Developing PoC exploits in virtualized sandboxes.

Goal: For elite exploit researchers and systems engineers.

🛡️ Track 2: CAPS Specialization

Full-Stack iOS Application Security & Auditing. We break the syllabus down into "Real-World" attack vectors that pentesters face every day on Windows/Linux environments.

Burp Suite
Frida
Phonycode

Module 1: Static Analysis & Ingestion

  • Phonycode Mastery (.ipa ingestion)
  • Binary Protections Audit (PIE, ARC)
  • Sideloading Logic (.dylib injection)

Module 2: Bypassing Client Protections

  • Jailbreak Detection Bypass
  • SSL Pinning Bypass via Frida
  • Anti-Debugging (ptrace) Defeat

Module 3: Dynamic Analysis & API Security

  • Traffic Interception (Burp/ZAP)
  • Sensitive Data Storage Audit
  • Business Logic Testing
System Live ID: CISA-CAPS-LAB

The Final Descent

24-Hour Remote Lab Access Exam

23:59:59 Time Remaining

Objective: Submit a comprehensive "Pentest Report" with 4 captured flags within the 24-hour window.

Schedule Attempt

Neon Genesis supporters receive 1 free attempt

> INITIALIZING LAB... > MOUNTING ACHERON_DISK_VRE... > ATTACHING FRIDA_SERVER... > LOADING UNICORN_ENGINE... > SYSTEM_STATUS: STABLE > SECURITY_LEVEL: RESEARCH > LOGGING_START: 2026-06-06T10:22:26.446Z

🚩 Exam Structure & Objectives

The CAPS certification proves you can work a high-speed Linux-to-iOS pipeline under pressure.

#01

Ingestion & Static Analysis

10 Points

The Task

Use Phonycode CLI to ingest 'VulnerableApp.ipa' into an ACHERON node.

The Goal

Extract Info.plist, identify hardcoded API keys and misconfigured URL schemes.

#02

Defeating Client-Side Shields

30 Points

The Task

The app has 'Hades-Gate' root detection and SSL pinning enabled.

The Goal

Use STYX settings or Frida to bypass detection and reach the login screen.

#03

Dynamic Data Interception

30 Points

The Task

Route ACHERON node's traffic through Burp Suite.

The Goal

Intercept obfuscated JSON and perform an IDOR attack to view profiles.

#04

The 'Final Boss'

30 Points

The Task

Identify memory corruption in a custom C++ module via ACHERON logs.

The Goal

Craft a simple PoC crash or extract a 'Secret String' from live memory logs.

Certification Result: Verified Pioneer

Upon submission of your Pentest Report, receive a unique Digital Badge, Verifiable ID (CISA-CAPS-2026-XXX), and "Ifrit-Prime" status on our global researcher directory.

Development Track

CDAD: Certified ACHERON Apple Developer

For the "Windows-based iOS Developer" who wants to build high-performance products without the hardware overhead.

01

Module 1: The STYX Dev Environment

  • Environment Parity: Setting up ACHERON nodes to mirror specific iPhone hardware (iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 17).
  • Phonycode Bridge: Connecting Flutter/React Native to the STYX engine for sub-second hot reloads.
  • C++ Foundation: Understanding how the STYX HAL translates Darwin system calls to Windows/Linux.
02

Module 2: High-Fidelity UI/UX Testing

  • GPU Acceleration: Optimizing Metal-to-Vulkan/DirectX translation for smooth 60fps animations.
  • Sensor Simulation: Testing CoreLocation (GPS), Accelerometer, and Haptics via the Phonycode CLI.
  • Dark Mode & Dynamic Type: Automated testing across all iOS system states within the virtual node.
03

Module 3: The 'Final Mile' Pipeline

  • Pre-Flight Auditing: Using ACHERON to run a 'Mock App Store Review' to find common rejection triggers.
  • CI/CD Integration: Setting up automated 'headless' ACHERON nodes for GitHub Actions or GitLab CI.
  • Handoff Workflow: The legal and technical steps for moving an ACHERON-validated build to a Mac for final signing.

Enrollment Benefit

"Neon Genesis pioneer status can stack with Academy packaging—see current enrollment copy. The Neon Genesis pledge itself is scoped to funding the proprietary iPhone-class emulator and its lifetime entitlement for qualifying backers."

phonycode_doctor.sh — 80x24
$ phonycode doctor --target-node acheron-v2.4.1
[✓] STYX Hypervisor: Version 3.1.2 Running
[✓] ACHERON Node: iPhone 15 Pro Found (DFU_MODE)
[✓] Flutter Bridge: SDK 3.16.5 Connected
[✓] React Native Bridge: CLI 12.1.3 Connected
[!] Warning: Graphics acceleration is currently set to Vulkan.
Switching to Turbo-Compile Mode (JIT)...
Running 'hot-reload' test...
SUCCESS: Bridge established in 412ms.

The 2026 App Store Readiness Checklist

From Windows to the App Store. A 40-point technical guide to ensuring your ACHERON-built apps pass Apple review on the first try.

Included as a Premium Asset for Neon Genesis pioneers.

Verify Credential

Are you an employer or a security firm? Verify real-world research credentials here.

Verified by STYX Proof-of-Research XNU Certified

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