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The document discusses the importance of web security and introduces LethalScanner, a tool designed to identify vulnerabilities related to Information Disclosure in web applications. It utilizes Python libraries such as Requests for sending requests and SQLite for data persistence, automatically storing findings in a structured report. LethalScanner aims to enhance web reconnaissance efficiency by replacing manual searches with automated processes, helping developers detect vulnerabilities proactively.

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Abstract

The document discusses the importance of web security and introduces LethalScanner, a tool designed to identify vulnerabilities related to Information Disclosure in web applications. It utilizes Python libraries such as Requests for sending requests and SQLite for data persistence, automatically storing findings in a structured report. LethalScanner aims to enhance web reconnaissance efficiency by replacing manual searches with automated processes, helping developers detect vulnerabilities proactively.

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ABSTRACT

In today’s digital world, web security is very important because many web
applications unintentionally expose sensitive directories and configuration
files. These "hidden" paths can lead to a critical security vulnerability known
as Information Disclosure, where unauthorized users gain access to private
data like server credentials and databases. To address this, I am developing
LethalScanner, which utilizes Python libraries such as Requests and SQLite.
The Requests library helps send many requests at a time using a dictionary-
based wordlist. SQLite fulfills the database requirement, which is necessary
for the project’s data persistence and reporting. The scanner identifies
vulnerabilities by analyzing HTTP status codes. For instance, a "200 OK"
response confirms a discovered directory, while a "403 Forbidden" response
indicates protected but existing paths. These findings are automatically stored
in an SQLite database, creating a structured report of the web architecture. In
conclusion, LethalScanner provides an efficient way to automate web
reconnaissance, replacing slow manual searches with high-speed Python
automation. By using this tool, developers can find vulnerabilities before they
are exposed and prevent them from being exploited by malicious actors.

Keywords: Web Security, Information Disclosure, Python, Requests Library,


SQLite, Automation, Brute-forcing.

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