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Hackin’ SaaS – Echelon’s Top 10 Web App Vulnerabilities
Hackin’ SaaS – Echelon’s Top 10 Web App Vulnerabilities
Echelon's Offensive Security (OffSec) team of ethical hackers conducts daily penetration tests on web applications, uncovering common vulnerabilities that threaten online security. In this article, we explore the top 10 web app vulnerabilities frequently encountered during penetration tests. From SQL injection to CORS misconfigurations, we'll delve into each vulnerability and discuss how to both exploit and safeguard against them.
Posted on Sep 13 / 2023
Hacker’s Perspective: Securing JSON Web Tokens
Hacker’s Perspective: Securing JSON Web Tokens
If you are a modern-day developer, you’re probably plenty familiar with JSON Web Tokens (JWT’s). They perform their job efficiently when correctly implemented. Unfortunately, they can also be vulnerable to malicious threat actors.
Posted on Nov 28 / 2022
eLearnSecurity’s Web Application Penetration Tester eXtreme: Overview and How to Prepare for the Exam
eLearnSecurity’s Web Application Penetration Tester eXtreme: Overview and How to Prepare for the Exam
The eWPTX is an expert-level certification covering advanced web application exploitation and analysis. Here’s one cybersecurity consultant’s experience and tips on how to prepare.
Posted on Mar 17 / 2022
Case Study: MetaOptima Enhances Security Practices through a Web Application Assessment
Case Study: MetaOptima Enhances Security Practices through a Web Application Assessment
As an organization that stores sensitive medical data, MetaOptima is focused on investing in their security posture. Here's how Echelon Risk + Cyber helped ensure they are functioning at their most secure level.
Posted on Feb 22 / 2022
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Hacking GraphQL
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Hacking GraphQL
GraphQL is a commonly used query language for manipulating APIs. Properly secured, it is a useful tool for web application development. Configured improperly, it can have devastating results.
Posted on Jan 31 / 2022
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Password Reset Feature
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Password Reset Feature
Password Reset features can be dangerous and must be implemented securely. Otherwise, user accounts can be compromised.
Posted on Jan 24 / 2022
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Detailed Error Messages
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Detailed Error Messages
Detailed error messages may seem unimportant, but they can be very valuable for attackers. Here's more on why they are important and how you can fix this web app vulnerability.
Posted on Jan 18 / 2022
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Invite Feature
Hacker’s Perspective: Web App Vulnerabilities – Invite Feature
Hidden dangers within your web app’s ‘invite’ feature, why it matters, and how you can fix it.
Posted on Jan 13 / 2022
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