Our Web Application Penetration Testing Methodology

Global Bug Hunters uses a thorough and systematic approach to web application penetration testing, ensuring that your applications are secure against even the most advanced threats. Our methodology includes several key phases designed to uncover and mitigate vulnerabilities in your web applications.

1. Planning & Scoping

We begin by working with you to define the scope of the penetration test, identifying the web applications, APIs, and related components to be evaluated. This phase ensures that all critical areas are included in the testing process.

2. Information Gathering & Reconnaissance

In this phase, we gather as much information as possible about the target web application, including server details, application architecture, and potential entry points. This includes both passive and active reconnaissance techniques.

3. Vulnerability Analysis

We use advanced scanning tools and manual techniques to identify vulnerabilities within the web application. This includes checking for common weaknesses such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), insecure authentication, and more.

4. Exploitation

Our team attempts to exploit identified vulnerabilities to understand the potential impact on your application. This phase simulates real-world attack scenarios, allowing us to evaluate the security controls in place and their effectiveness.

5. Post-Exploitation & Analysis

After gaining access, we assess the impact of the exploitation by determining what data could be accessed, what systems could be compromised, and the overall risk to your application.

6. Reporting & Remediation

We compile a detailed report that outlines the vulnerabilities discovered, the methods used to exploit them, and the potential impact on your application. We also provide actionable recommendations for remediation to strengthen your web application's security.

Tools & Techniques

Global Bug Hunters utilizes a wide range of industry-leading tools and techniques to perform thorough web application penetration testing. Our team is proficient in both automated and manual testing, ensuring that all vulnerabilities are identified and addressed.

Our Tools Include

• Burp Suite: A comprehensive tool for testing the security of web applications, including vulnerability scanning and manual testing features.
• OWASP ZAP: An open-source web application security scanner that identifies vulnerabilities in web applications and APIs.
• SQLMap: A powerful tool for automating the detection and exploitation of SQL injection vulnerabilities.
• W3AF: A web application attack and audit framework that helps identify and exploit vulnerabilities in web applications.
• Metasploit Framework: A widely used tool for developing and executing exploit code against vulnerable systems.

Techniques We Employ

• Automated Scanning: Using advanced scanners to quickly identify common vulnerabilities across your web applications.
• Manual Testing: Conducting in-depth manual testing to uncover complex vulnerabilities that automated tools might miss.
• Exploitation: Attempting to exploit identified vulnerabilities to assess their impact and the potential damage they could cause.
• API Testing: Testing the security of your APIs to ensure that they are not exposing sensitive data or functionality to unauthorized users.
• Input Validation Testing: Ensuring that all user inputs are properly validated and sanitized to prevent injection attacks.