“Hacking Web Applications – Hacking Exposed” is a book written by Joel Scambray, Vincent Liu, and Caleb Sima. It is a part of the “Hacking Exposed” series, which is known for its practical and in-depth coverage of cybersecurity topics. This book specifically focuses on vulnerabilities and attack techniques targeting web applications.
The book is divided into several sections that cover various aspects of web application security:
- Introduction to Web Application Security: This section provides a foundational understanding of web application security, including common vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
- Web Application Architecture: This section discusses the architecture of web applications and how it influences security considerations.
- Web Application Reconnaissance: This section covers the reconnaissance phase of a web application penetration test, including information gathering and footprinting.
- Web Application Attack Techniques: This section dives into various attack techniques used against web applications, including injection attacks, cross-site scripting (XSS), and cross-site request forgery (CSRF).
- Advanced Web Application Attacks: This section covers more advanced attack techniques, such as session hijacking, file inclusion vulnerabilities, and server-side request forgery (SSRF).
- Defending Web Applications: This section provides guidance on how to defend against web application attacks, including secure coding practices, input validation, and implementing security controls.
Overall, “Hacking Web Applications – Hacking Exposed” is a comprehensive guide to understanding, identifying, and mitigating web application security risks. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of web application security.
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