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Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast

Episode 41: Mini Masterclass: Attack Vector Ideation

Oct 19, 2023
Learn how to think like a human instead of just a hacker to uncover vulnerabilities in web applications. Explore techniques for reading documentation, finding vulnerabilities in applications, and attack vector ideation in bug bounty programs. Discover the power of thorough testing, human-like usage, exploring GitHub issues, and modifying UI elements for bug discovery. Emphasize the importance of investigating the application from a user's perspective and not shying away from investing in bug bounties.
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Quick takeaways

  • Step through the web application like a human to identify hidden vulnerabilities.
  • Thoroughly read and understand the documentation to uncover potential security weaknesses and application boundaries.

Deep dives

Using the Application Like a Human

When auditing a web application, it is important to use the application like a human rather than solely focusing on hacking it. By stepping through the application's user interface and understanding its intended use and user journeys, you can gain a deeper understanding of the application's functionality. This approach can help identify vulnerabilities that may not be apparent when thinking like a hacker.

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