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Security Testing Techniques

This section documents various methodologies, attack vectors, and testing approaches used in security research and bug bounty hunting.

🎯 Technique Categories

  • Web Application Security (Coming Soon)

    OWASP Top 10, injection attacks, authentication bypass, session management

  • API Security (Coming Soon)

    REST/GraphQL testing, authentication, rate limiting, data exposure

  • Mobile Security (Coming Soon)

    iOS/Android testing, deep links, certificate pinning, local storage

  • Network Security (Coming Soon)

    Port scanning, service enumeration, network protocols, infrastructure

  • Social Engineering (Coming Soon)

    OSINT, phishing awareness, human factors (documentation only)

📚 Technique Documentation

Each technique category includes:

  • Methodology: Step-by-step testing procedures
  • Tools: Recommended tools and configurations
  • Payloads: Common attack vectors and test cases
  • Detection: How to identify vulnerabilities
  • Exploitation: Safe proof-of-concept development
  • Mitigation: Defensive recommendations

🔍 Cross-Reference System

Techniques are cross-referenced with: - Programs: Where techniques have been successfully applied - Tools: Which tools support specific techniques - CVEs: Real-world vulnerability examples - Resources: Additional learning materials

🚀 Quick Reference

Most Common Techniques

  1. Subdomain Enumeration - Asset discovery
  2. Port Scanning - Service identification
  3. Directory Brute Force - Content discovery
  4. Parameter Fuzzing - Input validation testing
  5. Authentication Testing - Access control verification

Advanced Techniques

  1. Business Logic Flaws - Application workflow exploitation
  2. Race Conditions - Timing attack vectors
  3. Server-Side Template Injection - Template engine exploitation
  4. GraphQL Introspection - API schema discovery
  5. JWT Manipulation - Token-based authentication bypass

📖 Learning Path

Beginner Level

  • Start with Web Application Security (Coming Soon)
  • Learn basic reconnaissance techniques
  • Understand common vulnerability classes
  • Practice with intentionally vulnerable applications

Intermediate Level

  • Explore API Security testing (Coming Soon)
  • Learn advanced injection techniques
  • Study business logic vulnerabilities
  • Develop custom testing tools

Advanced Level

  • Master Mobile Security testing (Coming Soon)
  • Research zero-day vulnerability classes
  • Contribute new techniques and methodologies
  • Mentor other security researchers

🛠️ Technique Development

Contributing New Techniques

  1. Research: Thoroughly test and validate the technique
  2. Document: Use the standard technique template
  3. Evidence: Provide proof-of-concept examples
  4. Review: Peer review for accuracy and safety
  5. Publish: Add to appropriate category

Technique Template Structure

# Technique Name

## Overview
Brief description and use cases

## Prerequisites
Required knowledge and tools

## Methodology
Step-by-step procedure

## Tools and Configuration
Recommended tools and setup

## Examples
Real-world examples and case studies

## Detection and Indicators
How to identify successful exploitation

## Mitigation
Defensive recommendations

## References
External resources and documentation

⚖️ Ethical Guidelines

Responsible Use

All techniques documented here are for:

  • Authorized Testing: Only on systems you own or have explicit permission to test
  • Educational Purpose: Learning and improving defensive security
  • Bug Bounty Programs: Following program-specific rules and scope
  • Defensive Research: Understanding attack vectors for better protection

Never use these techniques for: - Unauthorized access to systems - Malicious activities or criminal purposes - Violating terms of service or laws - Harming individuals or organizations

📊 Technique Effectiveness

Techniques are rated based on: - Success Rate: How often the technique yields results - Detection Risk: Likelihood of triggering security controls - Skill Level: Required expertise to execute effectively - Tool Dependency: Reliance on specific tools or configurations

🔄 Continuous Improvement

  • Regular Updates: Keep techniques current with evolving technology
  • Community Feedback: Incorporate improvements from practitioners
  • New Research: Add emerging attack vectors and methodologies
  • Tool Evolution: Update tool recommendations and configurations

Remember: The goal is to improve security, not exploit it maliciously.