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Cybersecurity Beginner's Guide
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In today’s digital-first world, web applications are everywhere. From online banking to social media, shopping to healthcare, we interact with dozens of these platforms every day, often without realizing how much trust we place in their security. But what happens when that trust is broken? What if a flaw in a login page, search bar, or contact form allows an attacker to bypass protections and access private data?
Welcome to the world of web application penetration testing, where ethical hackers simulate real-world attacks to find and fix vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. This chapter offers a practical introduction to web application pentesting, helping you understand how attackers target online platforms and how defenders stay one step ahead.
But before you start imagining yourself as a hoodie-wearing hacker breaking into major tech platforms, let’s be clear: this chapter isn’...