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OWASP Top 10

Vulnerabilities
The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is a non-
profit organization dedicated to improving the security of
software applications. Their Top 10 list identifies the most
common web application security risks, serving as a crucial
guide for developers, security professionals, and organizations
to prioritize their security efforts and mitigate potential
vulnerabilities. Understanding and addressing these
vulnerabilities is essential for building secure and reliable web
applications.
by sam paul
Introduction to OWASP and the
Top 10
1 What is OWASP? 2 The OWASP Top 10
The Open Web Application The OWASP Top 10 is a
Security Project (OWASP) is a standard awareness
global community of security document for web security
experts who work to improve vulnerabilities. It lists the ten
the security of software most critical security risks
applications. that web applications are
vulnerable to.

3 Purpose 4 Updates
It helps developers, security The OWASP Top 10 is
professionals, and regularly updated to reflect
organizations understand the the latest trends in web
most common threats and security threats. It's a
prioritize their security dynamic document that
efforts. adapts to the evolving threat
landscape.
Injection Flaws
SQL Injection Command Injection

SQL injection occurs when an attacker inserts Command injection happens when an attacker
malicious SQL code into data input fields to inserts malicious commands into data input fields to
manipulate a database. This allows them to gain execute arbitrary commands on the operating
unauthorized access to sensitive information, system. This allows them to gain unauthorized
modify data, or even execute arbitrary commands access to the system, execute malicious code, or
on the database server. even take control of the server.
Broken Authentication
Weak Passwords Session Management
Issues
Weak passwords, such as
common words or easily Vulnerabilities in session
guessable combinations, management can allow
can be easily cracked by attackers to hijack user
attackers using brute-force sessions, gain
methods. unauthorized access to
sensitive information, or
impersonate legitimate
users.

Insufficient Authentication
Insufficient authentication mechanisms, such as using only
email addresses for logins, can be easily compromised.
Sensitive Data Exposure

Unencrypted Data Improper Data Storage Cloud Storage Misconfiguration


Sensitive data, such as credit card Sensitive data should be stored in Misconfigured cloud storage
numbers, social security numbers, secure databases with appropriate services can expose sensitive data
or personal health information, access controls and security to unauthorized users.
should always be encrypted during measures to prevent unauthorized
transmission and storage. access.
XML External Entities (XXE)
XXE vulnerabilities occur when an XML parser allows an
attacker to read external entities from untrusted sources.

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive


data, disclose internal information, or execute arbitrary
code on the server.

It's important to disable external entity processing in XML


parsers to mitigate this risk.
Broken Access Control
Unauthorized Access
Broken access control occurs when an attacker gains
unauthorized access to restricted resources or
functionalities.

Insufficient Authorization
Insufficient authorization mechanisms allow attackers to
access data or functionalities they shouldn't have access
to.

Privilege Escalation
Attackers can exploit vulnerabilities in the application to
gain higher privileges, allowing them to access more
sensitive data or perform actions that they are not
authorized to do.
Security Misconfiguration
1 2 3

Unpatched Systems Outdated Software Default Configurations


Unpatched systems are vulnerable to Outdated software often contains Leaving default configurations on
known security flaws that can be known vulnerabilities that can be systems and applications can leave
exploited by attackers to gain exploited by attackers. It's important them vulnerable to known attacks.
unauthorized access or compromise to keep software up-to-date with the It's important to review and
the system. latest security patches and updates. customize default configurations to
enhance security.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
1 Reflected XSS 2 Stored XSS
In reflected XSS, In stored XSS, attackers
attackers inject malicious inject malicious scripts
scripts into a URL or form into data that is stored on
input. When a user visits the server, such as in a
that URL or submits the database or forum post.
form, the script is When a user views the
executed in the user's data, the script is
browser. executed in their browser.

3 DOM-based XSS
DOM-based XSS occurs when attackers exploit vulnerabilities
in the client-side code to inject malicious scripts into the
webpage. These scripts can then access and manipulate the
user's data or even take control of their browser.
Using Components with
Known Vulnerabilities
Using components with known vulnerabilities can create
significant security risks for applications. It's crucial to
carefully vet and select components with a strong security
track record and regularly update them with the latest security
patches. Failing to do so can leave your applications
vulnerable to attacks and compromise the security of your
users' data and the overall system.

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