100 Random Pentesting Tips
Start with the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and focus on those.
Keep up to date with the latest vulnerabilities and exploitation
techniques.
Look for subdomains and hidden endpoints that are not well known.
Test for cross-site scripting (XSS) and cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
vulnerabilities.
Use burp suite or similar tools to intercept and modify requests.
Try to bypass client-side validations and look for server-side
vulnerabilities.
Check for open redirects and unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Test for SQL injection and other database-related vulnerabilities.
Pay attention to HTTP headers, such as "X-XSS-Protection" and
"X-Content-Type-Options".
Check for vulnerabilities in third-party components, such as plugins and
libraries.
Use tools such as DirBuster to find hidden directories and files.
Use tools such as nmap to scan for open ports and services.
Try to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in software versions that are no
longer supported.
Look for weak passwords and password reset mechanisms.
Check for weak cryptography, such as weak ciphers or insufficient key
lengths.
Use tools such as Metasploit to automate the exploitation process.
Look for vulnerabilities in session management, such as session fixation
and session hijacking.
Check for vulnerabilities in error handling, such as stack traces and
debugging information.
Test for vulnerabilities in file upload mechanisms, such as file inclusion
or command execution.
Look for vulnerabilities in web application firewalls (WAFs).
Check for security misconfigurations, such as directory listing or insecure
file permissions.
Use tools such as Whois to gather information about the target.
Try to find and exploit vulnerabilities in mobile applications.
Look for vulnerabilities in single sign-on (SSO) systems.
Check for vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure, such as misconfigured
S3 buckets.
Use tools such as Shodan to find internet-connected devices and gather
information about them.
Look for vulnerabilities in web services, such as REST APIs.
Check for vulnerabilities in virtual private networks (VPNs) and remote
access systems.
Use tools such as sqlmap to automate SQL injection attacks.
Look for vulnerabilities in load balancers and content delivery networks
(CDNs).
Check for vulnerabilities in email systems, such as SPAM filters and
email forwarding.
Use tools such as Wireshark to analyze network traffic.
Look for vulnerabilities in content management systems (CMSs), such
as WordPress and Drupal.
Check for vulnerabilities in DNS servers and domain registrars.
Use tools such as John the Ripper to crack passwords.
Look for vulnerabilities in network protocols, such as TCP/IP and DNS.
Check for vulnerabilities in source code management systems, such as
Git and SVN.
Use tools such as hping to test firewall configurations and perform
network scans.
Look for vulnerabilities in web servers, such as Apache and IIS.
Check for vulnerabilities in network-attached storage (NAS) devices and
file servers.
Use tools such as Nmap to map out network topologies and identify live
hosts.
Look for vulnerabilities in authentication systems, such as LDAP and
Kerberos.
Check for vulnerabilities in hypervisors, such as VMware and Xen.
Look for vulnerabilities in encryption systems, such as SSL and TLS.
Check for vulnerabilities in hardware, such as routers and switches.
Use tools such as Telnet to test remote access to systems.
Look for vulnerabilities in cloud-based services, such as AWS and
Azure.
Check for vulnerabilities in Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
Use tools such as OWASP ZAP to perform automated security testing.
Look for vulnerabilities in backup systems, such as tapes and disk
images.
Check for vulnerabilities in virtualization systems, such as VirtualBox and
Hyper-V.
Use tools such as Charles to debug HTTP requests and responses.
Look for vulnerabilities in big data systems, such as Hadoop and Spark.
Check for vulnerabilities in data storage systems, such as databases
and file systems.
Use tools such as Aircrack-ng to perform wireless network assessments.
Look for vulnerabilities in email encryption systems, such as PGP and
S/MIME.
Check for vulnerabilities in software as a service (SaaS) platforms, such
as Salesforce and Dropbox.
Use tools such as Nessus to perform vulnerability scans.
Look for vulnerabilities in containerization systems, such as Docker and
Kubernetes.
Check for vulnerabilities in supply chain management systems, such as
procurement and logistics.
Use tools such as Postman to test and debug APIs.
Look for vulnerabilities in video conferencing systems, such as Zoom
and Microsoft Teams.
Check for vulnerabilities in project management systems, such as Asana
and Trello.
Use tools such as OpenVAS to perform vulnerability scans.
Look for vulnerabilities in identity and access management systems,
such as Active Directory and Okta.
Check for vulnerabilities in content delivery networks (CDNs), such as
Cloudflare and Akamai.
Use tools such as OWASP Juice Shop to practice ethical hacking and
identify vulnerabilities.
Look for vulnerabilities in search engines, such as Google and Bing.
Check for vulnerabilities in video streaming systems, such as YouTube
and Netflix.
Use tools such as OWASP OWTF to perform full-spectrum
assessments.
Look for vulnerabilities in domain name systems (DNS), such as
registrars and resolvers.
Check for vulnerabilities in remote desktop protocols (RDP), such as
Microsoft Remote Desktop and VNC.
Use tools such as OWASP WebScarab to analyze web application
traffic.
Look for vulnerabilities in wireless networks, such as Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth.
Check for vulnerabilities in virtual private networks (VPNs), such as
OpenVPN and PPTP.
Use tools such as OWASP ZED Attack Proxy (ZAP) to find security flaws
in web applications.
Look for vulnerabilities in instant messaging systems, such as WhatsApp
and Telegram.
Check for vulnerabilities in e-commerce platforms, such as Magento and
Shopify.
Use tools such as OWASP DefectDojo to manage vulnerability reports
and track remediation efforts.
Look for vulnerabilities in voice over IP (VoIP) systems, such as Skype
and Slack.
Check for vulnerabilities in document management systems, such as
SharePoint and Google Drive.
Use tools such as OWASP OWTF to perform advanced web application
assessments.
Look for vulnerabilities in email clients, such as Microsoft Outlook and
Gmail.
Look for vulnerabilities in payment systems, such as PayPal and Stripe.
Check for vulnerabilities in chatbots, such as Facebook Messenger and
Slackbot.
Use tools such as OWASP WebGoat to practice identifying and
exploiting security vulnerabilities.
Look for vulnerabilities in online marketplaces, such as Amazon and
eBay.
Check for vulnerabilities in internet service providers (ISPs), such as
Comcast and AT&T.
Use tools such as OWASP ZAP to automate security testing and find
vulnerabilities in real-time.
Look for vulnerabilities in mobile device management (MDM) systems,
such as AirWatch and MobileIron.
Check for vulnerabilities in customer relationship management (CRM)
systems, such as Salesforce and Zoho.
Use tools such as OWASP ModSecurity to protect web applications from
attacks.
Look for vulnerabilities in digital rights management (DRM) systems,
such as FairPlay and PlayReady.
Check for vulnerabilities in blockchain systems, such as Bitcoin and
Ethereum.
Use tools such as OWASP Web Application Firewall (WAF) to defend
against attacks on web applications.
Look for vulnerabilities in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)
systems.
Check for vulnerabilities in smart home devices, such as Amazon Echo
and Google Home.
Use tools such as OWASP Top 10 Proactive Controls to implement best
practices for web application security.
Look for vulnerabilities in web analytics systems, such as Google
Analytics and Adobe Analytics.
Check for vulnerabilities in content management systems (CMS), such
as WordPress and Drupal.
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