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CYBER GYAN VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP

PROGRAM
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC),
Noida
Securing Apache Server Using
ModSecurity OSWAF

Submitted By:
Tasila Poorna Shree
Project Trainee,
(July-August) 2024
INTRODUCTION
 ModSecurity Overview
• ModSecurity is a free and open-source web application firewall
(WAF) compatible with Apache, NGINX, and IIS servers.
• It offers real-time protection by filtering and inspecting HTTP
traffic to guard against a variety of web application attacks.
 Importance in Web Application Security
• ModSecurity serves as a protective layer for web servers,
identifying and blocking threats such as:
• SQL Injection
• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
• Local File Inclusion (LFI)
• It enhances security by enforcing policies to prevent and detect
intrusions across different applications.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Web Application Vulnerabilities:
Web applications are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that
exploit weaknesses such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting
(XSS), and local file inclusion (LFI).
Need for Enhanced Security:
Conventional security measures often fail to prevent complex
attacks, leaving web servers vulnerable to security breaches.
Objective of the Project:
To integrate ModSecurity, an open-source Web Application Firewall
(WAF), into an Apache server to strengthen security by
automatically detecting and mitigating harmful requests.
Focus Areas:
Installing and configuring ModSecurity along with the OWASP Core
Rule Set.
Evaluating ModSecurity’s effectiveness by testing it against
frequent web application attacks.
TECHNOLOGY/TOOLS TO BE
USED
• ModSecurity:An open-source Web Application Firewall (WAF) designed to
protect web applications by filtering and monitoring HTTP traffic..

• Apache HTTP Server: A popular open-source web server, which serves as


the platform for deploying ModSecurity to enhance web application security.
• OWASP Core Rule Set (CRS): A collection of general attack detection
rules aimed at defending against common web vulnerabilities, specifically designed
to work with ModSecurity.
• Linux Commands/Utilities: Commands like sudo apt install and a2enmod
are used for installing and configuring ModSecurity on the Apache server.

• GitHub: Utilized to download the latest OWASP Core Rule Set and relevant
configuration files for ModSecurity.
ABOUT THE ATTACK/TOPIC/PROBLEM
STATEMENT
• Web Application Attacks: Cyberattacks are becoming more advanced,
exploiting vulnerabilities in web applications such as SQL Injection, Cross-
Site Scripting (XSS), and Local File Inclusion (LFI).

• Challenges:These security flaws can result in unauthorized access, data


breaches, and the exposure of sensitive information, creating serious risks
for organizations.
WHAT ARE THE REASONS BEHIND THE PROBLEM(TELL
ABOUT THE ISSUES WHY THIS PROBLEM/ATTACKS ARE
HAPPENING)
•Lack of Input Validation:
• Web applications frequently fail to adequately validate user inputs, making
them vulnerable to threats like SQL Injection and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
•Inadequate Security Testing:
• Many web applications do not undergo thorough security testing, leaving
potential vulnerabilities undetected and open to exploitation.
•Server Misconfigurations:
• Improper or incomplete server configurations can create security gaps, making
it easier for attackers to exploit these weaknesses.
•Outdated Software:
• Using outdated software or web servers without applying the latest security
updates increases the risk of being targeted by attacks.
•Complex Application Logic:
• Poorly structured or overly complex application logic can unintentionally
introduce security vulnerabilities, increasing the application's exposure to
threats.
SOME POSSIBLE
SOLUTIONS/COUNTERMEASURES
1. Implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF): Use ModSecurity along with
the OWASP Core Rule Set to identify and block malicious traffic.
2. Regular Security Testing: Perform penetration testing and automated scans to
detect and address vulnerabilities early..

3. Secure Software Development Practices: Enforce input validation to guard


against injection attacks.
Conduct regular code reviews to identify security issues during development.
4. Keep Software Up-to-Date: Regularly apply security patches and monitor for
newly discovered vulnerabilities.
5. Server Configuration Hardening: Ensure secure server configurations and
enforce SSL/TLS encryption for enhanced security.
THANKYOU

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