Web Security & Bug Bounty: Learn Penetration Testing

This course focuses on hands-on learning instead of passive tutorials. You'll practice penetration testing techniques and strategies used by Bug Bounty Hunters.

Join a live online community with thousands of students, alumni, mentors, TAs, and instructors.

Guided by industry professionals (Aleksa & Andrei) with real-world experience in securing companies and high-traffic websites/apps.

Open to all backgrounds and experience levels, with two unique paths.

1. New to coding?

No problem! We've added three sections to get you started quickly.

2. Familiar with coding?

Great! Set up your virtual hacking lab and secure your computer for penetration testing.

Learn to Become a Web Security Master

This is the most thorough, modern, and relevant online course on bug bounty hunting, penetration testing, and web security.

No outdated techniques or topics.

1. Introduction to Bug Bounty:

We explain "What is a Bug Bounty?" and "What is Penetration Testing?" and explore career opportunities.

2. Virtual Lab Setup:

Set up a virtual lab with Kali Linux and a vulnerable VM (OWASPBWA). Create a TryHackMe account for additional practice.

3. Website Enumeration & Information Gathering:

Practical bug bounty and penetration testing using tools like Dirb, Nikto, and Nmap, and Google hacking techniques.

4. Intro to BurpSuite:

A tool known among Bug Hunters for web page crawling, HTTP request interception, brute-force attacks, and more.

5. HTML Injection:

Exploit a vulnerable input point to inject HTML code that is rendered as actual HTML.

6. Command Injection/Execution:

Occurs when a server processes unfiltered input. Gain control through a reverse shell by tricking the server into executing unauthorized commands.

7. Broken Authentication:

Weak session and credential management allow attackers to impersonate users. Explore scenarios with cookie values, HTTP requests, and password recovery pages.

8. Brute Force Attacks:

Demonstrate tools to send numerous password attempts to gain account access on websites with weak user passwords.

9. Sensitive Data Exposure:

When developers leave crucial data during production, leading to potential exploitation.

10. Broken Access Control:

Poor access control leads to unauthorized access to sensitive information. Discuss vulnerabilities like Insecure Direct Object Reference.

11. Security Misconfigurations:

Common vulnerabilities include default credentials not changed on a running server application.

12. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS):

Allows JavaScript execution due to inadequate input filtering. Cover Stored, Reflected, and DOM-based XSS.

13. SQL Injection:

Occurs in poorly filtered communications with databases. Discuss Error-based and Blind SQL Injection.

14. XML, XPath Injection, and XXE:

Exploit services that process XML data, execute reverse shells, or read files from the system.

15. Components with Known Vulnerabilities:

Running outdated components can lead to various attacks.

16. Insufficient Logging and Monitoring:

Critical for tracking and recognizing attacks to prevent future occurrences.

17. Monetizing Bug Bounty Hunting:

Guide on how to earn as a Bug Hunter on various platforms.

18. Bonus - Web Developer Fundamentals:

For those lacking foundational web development knowledge.

19. Bonus - Linux Terminal:

Essential for those without prior Linux Terminal experience.

20. Bonus - Networking:

Learn networking basics and key terms for Penetration Testers and Bug Bounty Hunters.

Conclusion

Not rote coding but evolving to earn as a Pentester or Bug Bounty Hunter, becoming a Web Security Expert.

Suitable for those aspiring for a full-time career in Ethical Hacking within our Ethical Hacker Career Path.

How do we know?

Zero To Mastery graduates have secured jobs at top companies and work as top freelancers worldwide.

We've welcomed diverse backgrounds, ages, and experience levels, many starting as beginners.

So, why not you?

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