Web Security Attacks Project

Overview

Learn the types of website application attacks used to elevate privileges and exploit vulnerabilities against a website or web application. Test your knowledge by using a tool or technique in a controlled, home network.

Project Recommendations

It is recommended you have familiarity with the foundations of networking, web application development and security, general knowledge of I.T. security fundamentals, use of a Linux distribution, and formidable research skills.

Starting Resources & Links

• Most Common Web Application Attacks – EC Council
• Top 10 Common Web Attacks – VPNMentor
• Top 10 Open Source Security Testing Tools for Web – Hackr.io
• 14 Best Open Source Web Application Vulnerability Scanners – InfoSec Institute

Recommended Level

Beginner to Intermediate

Project Author Credit: Grant C.