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Hands-On Web App Pentesting
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Hands-On Web App Pentesting

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Analyze and exploit vulnerabilities like XSS, SQL Injection, and Command Injection.

  • Utilize tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and SQLMap for pentesting.

  • Conduct manual inspections and vulnerability scanning to assess security.

  • Perform directory fuzzing and reconnaissance to map web application structures.

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January 2025

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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore the fundamental building blocks of web applications, setting the stage for effective pentesting. You'll learn how URLs, HTTP methods, and APIs form the communication backbone of web apps. We'll also dive into the technologies that power web applications, including content management systems, databases, and other infrastructure essentials. By the end of this section, you'll have a solid grasp of web app basics, readying you for more advanced pentesting concepts.

What's included

7 videos1 reading

In this module, we will delve into the arsenal of tools commonly used in web application penetration testing. From user-friendly interfaces like web browsers and Burp Suite to specialized tools like Sublist3r and FFuF, you'll learn how to harness their power for discovering and exploiting vulnerabilities. We'll also explore tools tailored for specific tasks, such as Nikto for server scans, SQLMap for database probing, and WPScan for CMS vulnerabilities. By mastering these tools, you'll be well-equipped to uncover and address security flaws in any web application.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on the crucial initial phase of penetration testing: information gathering and reconnaissance. You will learn to conduct manual inspections to understand web application behavior, leverage vulnerability scanning tools to identify security flaws, and utilize directory fuzzing techniques to uncover hidden directories and resources. By mastering these reconnaissance techniques, you will be equipped to map the attack surface and lay a strong foundation for more advanced pentesting activities.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will dive deep into the world of web application attacks, exploring a wide range of vulnerabilities and their exploitation. You'll learn how to identify and exploit weaknesses such as Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection (SQLi), and Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF). Additionally, we will cover advanced attack techniques like Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF), JSON Web Token (JWT) attacks, and Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR). By mastering these attacks, you will gain valuable hands-on experience and the skills necessary to assess and mitigate critical security threats in web applications.

What's included

13 videos2 assignments

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