Description

Practical Web Application Security and Testing

Practical Web Application Security and Testing: Course Overview

This entry-level Web Application Security Testing Course introduces the foundational concepts of web application security and penetration testing. It is designed for beginners interested in web application technologies, security considerations during development, and the process of performing penetration tests on web applications. The course emphasizes both technical skills and communication practices, ensuring participants are equipped to conduct security assessments and report their findings clearly.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Prologue:
   • Introduction to web application security.
   • Importance of securing web applications in the modern digital landscape.
2. Setup:
   • Environment setup for hands-on labs.
   • Installing and configuring the tools needed for web application penetration testing.
3. Web Application Concepts:
   • Basics of HTTP, servers, and clients.
   • Understanding how web applications function and interact with users.
4. Server-Side Webapps:
   • Overview of server-side technologies and how they work (e.g., databases, scripting languages).
   • Common server-side vulnerabilities and how to identify them.
5. The OWASP Top 10:
   • A deep dive into the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, including:
     • SQL Injection
     • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
     • Broken Authentication
     • Security Misconfigurations, and more.
   • How to identify and mitigate these vulnerabilities.
6. Client-Side Webapps:
   • Introduction to client-side technologies (e.g., JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
   • Common client-side vulnerabilities and attacks, such as XSS and Clickjacking.
7. Web Application Pentesting Methodology:
   • Step-by-step guide to conducting a web application penetration test.
   • Reconnaissance, scanning, vulnerability identification, exploitation, and post-exploitation phases.
8. Juice Shop Pentest:
   • Hands-on penetration testing of the OWASP Juice Shop vulnerable web application.
   • Practical exercises in identifying and exploiting web vulnerabilities.
9. Reporting:
   • Best practices for writing effective penetration testing reports.
   • How to clearly communicate findings, risks, and remediation steps to stakeholders.
10. Final Thoughts:
    • Recap of the course and key takeaways.
    • Suggestions for further learning and career paths in web application security and penetration testing.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for individuals new to web application security or those looking to develop foundational skills in penetration testing. It’s suited for:

• Aspiring penetration testers.
• Developers who want to improve the security of their web applications.
• IT professionals interested in understanding the fundamentals of web application vulnerabilities.

By the end of the course, participants will have a solid understanding of web application security principles, testing techniques, and the ability to conduct a full penetration test, including reporting the results effectively.