Live Ethical Hacking Demo: Web App Vulnerabilities 

Live Ethical Hacking Demo: Web App Vulnerabilities
Ethical hacking, or penetration testing, is a crucial practice for identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities in web applications. This demo will highlight common web app vulnerabilities and demonstrate how ethical hackers can exploit them to improve security.
Vulnerability Overview
SQL Injection: Attackers insert malicious SQL code into input fields, gaining unauthorized access to the database.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Attackers inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF): Attackers trick users into executing unwanted actions on a web application where they are authenticated.
Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR): Applications expose references to internal objects, allowing attackers to manipulate them and gain unauthorized access.
Broken Authentication and Session Management: Attackers compromise passwords, keys, or session tokens to assume other users' identities.
Demo Steps
Setup: Use a safe, controlled environment with a vulnerable web application specifically designed for penetration testing (e.g., DVWA, OWASP WebGoat).
SQL Injection
Identify input fields vulnerable to SQL injection, such as login forms or search boxes.
Enter a common SQL injection payload (' OR '1'='1) and observe the response.
Show how the injection can bypass authentication or retrieve sensitive data from the database.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
Find an input field or URL parameter that reflects user input without proper sanitization.
Inject a simple XSS payload and demonstrate the alert box.
Explain how this can be escalated to steal cookies or execute more harmful scripts.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Identify a form submission or action that lacks proper CSRF protection.
Create a malicious webpage that makes a request to the vulnerable action using the victim’s credentials.
Show how the action is performed without the user's consent, such as changing a password or making a transaction.
Insecure Direct Object References (IDOR)
Identify weaknesses in the authentication process, such as predictable session tokens or insecure password storage.
Demonstrate an attack, like session hijacking, by capturing and using another user's session token.
Show the importance of secure session management and robust authentication mechanisms.
Conclusion
Ethical hacking is essential for identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before malicious actors exploit them. This demo highlights the importance of regular security testing and adopting best practices to secure web applications.
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