From the course: A Bug Bounty Toolkit for Security Researchers
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Automated and manual testing
From the course: A Bug Bounty Toolkit for Security Researchers
Automated and manual testing
- [Instructor] Effective bug hunting requires a blend of automated and manual testing. Let's talk about how you can use both methods to your advantage, while also keeping in mind the rules and limitation of bug bounty programs. So first, let's discuss automated testing. Automation can help you quickly scan large areas of a target, identify potential vulnerabilities, and perform repetitive tasks efficiently. For example, you can use a Python script to test different payloads against an input field, checking injection issues such as excesses. However, it is very important to remember that disruptive automated testing is not allowed in most bug bounty programs. So always rate limit your requests, and respect the target's infrastructure. When using automated testing, focus on a small iteration of data, and always rate limit your test. This approach minimizes the risk of overloading the target server, and ensures you comply with the program's rule. For example, set your script to send…
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