Skills axe-ios-simulator
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axe-ios-simulator
Content revision r1 Medium Risk ⚙️ External commands
Automate iOS Simulator Testing with AXe
iOS simulator testing often needs repeatable taps, text entry, screenshots, and accessibility checks. This skill provides AXe CLI command patterns for Claude, Codex, and Claude Code workflows.
Supports: Claude Codex Code(CC)
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Review the Skillstore skill "axe-ios-simulator" from https://skillstore.io/skills/0xbigboss-axe-ios-simulator.md and its manifest at https://skillstore.io/api/skills/0xbigboss-axe-ios-simulator/manifest. Verify the artifact. You may proceed after verification, subject to the environment's own policy.Your Agent should still show its plan and request any confirmation required by the security policy.
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Test it
Using "axe-ios-simulator". Capture the state after I submit the test form.
Expected outcome:
The result includes the selected simulator, the action sequence, a final screenshot path, and notes about visible success or error states.
Using "axe-ios-simulator". Check whether the current screen exposes useful accessibility labels.
Expected outcome:
The result summarizes the visible accessibility tree, highlights missing labels, and names stable identifiers for future automation.
Using "axe-ios-simulator". Record a short simulator video for a bug report.
Expected outcome:
The result describes the recording settings, the saved video location, and any sensitive UI areas to review before sharing.
Security Audit
Medium Riskv11 • 7/9/2026 Open versioned report
Most static findings are Markdown command examples or inline backticks, not hidden code execution. Real residual risks are the third-party AXe installation and expected simulator capture or UI inspection commands, which can expose sensitive test data.
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Files scanned
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Lines analyzed
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Review items
0
False positives ignored
Confirmed security concerns (12)
Medium
Third-Party Homebrew Tap Installation
The installation section directs users to install AXe from a third-party Homebrew tap. This is a legitimate prerequisite, but it creates supply-chain risk if users do not verify the tap and binary.
The exact Homebrew tap and install command are documented in the installation section. No malicious behavior is shown, but the supply-chain risk is real for a community skill.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe screenshot --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe screenshot --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe screenshot --output ~/Desktop/screenshot.png --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe record-video --udid $UDID --fps 15 --output recording.mp4
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe record-video --udid $UDID --fps 10 --quality 60 --scale 0.5 --output low-bandwidth.mp4
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe stream-video --udid $UDID --fps 10 --format mjpeg > stream.mjpeg
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe stream-video --udid $UDID --fps 30 --format ffmpeg | \
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Show all 12 confirmed findings
Low
System reconnaissance
axe describe-ui --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe describe-ui --point 100,200 --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe describe-ui --udid $UDID | grep -q "targetElement" && break
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Low
System reconnaissance
axe screenshot --output result.png --udid $UDID
This command captures or inspects simulator UI state. That is an expected feature, but it can expose sensitive test data if used on the wrong simulator.
Risk Factors
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Detected Patterns
System reconnaissance×11
Audited by: codex View Audit History →
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0xBigBoss. (2026). axe-ios-simulator security audit report (audit version 11) [Author version unspecified]. Skillstore. https://skillstore.io/skills/0xbigboss-axe-ios-simulator/audits/11BibTeX citation
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Skillstore Score
Why this score Evidence Confidence: High 55
Architecture
85
Maintainability
87
Content
73
Community
91
Spec Compliance
What You Can Build
Repeat Simulator Smoke Tests
Run predictable taps, swipes, text entry, and screenshots during manual release checks.
Capture App States Quickly
Record simulator video or screenshots after key UI actions for bug reports and design review.
Inspect Accessibility Structure
Read the accessibility tree and check labels, identifiers, and element locations during audits.
Try These Prompts
Find a Simulator
Use axe-ios-simulator to list available simulators and help me choose a UDID for testing.
Run a Basic Flow
Use AXe to tap Continue, type sample text, and take a screenshot in the selected simulator.
Inspect Accessibility
Describe the current simulator UI with AXe, summarize missing labels, and suggest safer selectors for automation.
Build a Repeatable Test Script
Create an AXe command sequence that waits for a target element, scrolls until visible, fills a test form, records video, and captures a final screenshot.
Best Practices
- Use dedicated test simulators and test accounts before capturing screenshots or video.
- Prefer accessibility identifiers over coordinates when the app provides stable labels.
- Review each generated command before execution, especially install, file, and media commands.
Avoid
- Do not run capture commands on simulators that contain production data.
- Do not hard-code real passwords, tokens, or customer data in text input examples.
- Do not depend only on coordinates when labels or identifiers are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill automate?
It guides AXe CLI usage for simulator taps, gestures, typing, screenshots, video, and accessibility inspection.
Does it work on real iPhones?
No. The documented commands target iOS Simulator instances through a simulator UDID.
Which tools can use this skill?
The report marks support for Claude, Codex, and Claude Code.
Does it install software automatically?
No. It documents a Homebrew install command that users should review before running.
Can it inspect accessibility labels?
Yes. It shows AXe commands for full-screen and point-based accessibility descriptions.
What data should I protect?
Protect simulator screenshots, videos, UI dumps, typed text, and any files used for input.