Название: Ultimate Pentesting for Web Applications: Unlock Advanced Web App Security Through Penetration Testing Using Burp Suite, Zap Proxy, Fiddler, Charles Proxy, and Python for Robust Defense
Автор: Rohit Gautam, Shifa Cyclewala
Издательство: Orange Education Pvt Ltd, AVA
Год: 2024
Страниц: 747
Язык: английский
Формат: pdf, epub
Размер: 17.3 MB

Discover the essential tools and insights to safeguard your digital assets with the "Ultimate Pentesting for Web Applications". This essential resource comprehensively covers ethical hacking fundamentals to advanced testing methodologies, making it a one-stop resource for web application security knowledge.

Delve into the intricacies of security testing in web applications, exploring powerful tools like Burp Suite, ZAP Proxy, Fiddler, and Charles Proxy. Real-world case studies dissect recent security breaches, offering practical insights into identifying vulnerabilities and fortifying web applications against attacks.

This handbook provides step-by-step tutorials, insightful discussions, and actionable advice, serving as a trusted companion for individuals engaged in web application security. Each chapter covers vital topics, from creating ethical hacking environments to incorporating proxy tools into web browsers. It offers essential knowledge and practical skills to navigate the intricate cybersecurity landscape confidently. By the end of this book, you will gain the expertise to identify, prevent, and address cyber threats, bolstering the resilience of web applications in the modern digital era.

Using scripting languages like Python or Bash, security professionals can create custom scripts that mimic the behavior of web crawlers but with added intelligence. These scripts can adapt to unique scenarios and uncover hidden content more effectively.

Chapter 1. The Basics of Ethical Hacking: Discover the fundamentals of ethical hacking, debunking myths, and laying the groundwork for your journey into cybersecurity.

Chapter 2. Linux Fundamentals: Learn essential Linux skills, from commands to scripting, unlocking the power of open-source technology. Exploring Linux Distributions: Ubuntu, Kali Linux, CentOS, and Parrot OS.

Chapter 3. Networking Fundamentals: Explore the basics of network comm-unication and protocols, empowering you to navigate the digital landscape with ease.

Chapter 4. Cryptography and Steganography: Unravel the secrets of securing information through encryption and steganography techniques.

Chapter 5. Social Engineering Attacks: Understand practical defense strategies against cyber threats, including phishing and identity manipulation.

Chapter 6. Reconnaissance and OSINT: Dive into cybersecurity intelligence, uncovering content discovery and OSINT resources.

Chapter 7. Security Testing and Proxy Tools: Fortify web applications using tools like Burp Suite and Fiddler, with real-world case studies for prevention.

Chapter 8. Cross-Site Scripting: Demystify digital threats like XSS attacks and learn mitigation strategies.

Chapter 9. Broken Access Control: Identify and fortify against web application security vulnerabilities, including privilege escalation.

Chapter 10. Authentication Bypass Techniques: Master strategies to fortify web security against authentication bypass attacks.