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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Introduction to Bug Bounty Programs

  • Defining the scope and nature of bug bounty hunting.
  • Exploring various program types and platforms, including HackerOne, Bugcrowd, and Synack.
  • Addressing legal and ethical considerations, such as scope limits, disclosure policies, and NDAs.

Vulnerability Classes and OWASP Top 10

  • Analyzing the OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities.
  • Reviewing case studies derived from actual bug bounty reports.
  • Utilizing tools and checklists to systematically identify issues.

Essential Tools for Bug Hunters

  • Mastering the basics of Burp Suite, including interception, scanning, and repeater functions.
  • Leveraging browser developer tools for in-depth analysis.
  • Employing reconnaissance tools like Nmap, Sublist3r, and Dirb.

Testing for Common Vulnerabilities

  • Detecting and verifying Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
  • Identifying SQL Injection (SQLi) flaws.
  • Recognizing Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities.

Effective Bug Hunting Methodologies

  • Conducting reconnaissance and target enumeration.
  • Comparing manual versus automated testing strategies.
  • Adopting best practices and workflows for successful bug hunting.

Reporting and Disclosure

  • Drafting high-quality, detailed vulnerability reports.
  • Including proof of concept (PoC) and clear risk assessments.
  • Communicating effectively with triagers and program managers.

Bug Bounty Platforms and Career Development

  • Overview of leading platforms such as HackerOne, Bugcrowd, Synack, and YesWeHack.
  • Exploring ethical hacking certifications, including CEH and OSCP.
  • Understanding program scopes, rules of engagement, and industry best practices.

Summary and Future Directions

Requirements

  • Familiarity with foundational web technologies, including HTML and HTTP.
  • Practical experience with web browsers and standard developer tools.
  • A dedicated interest in cybersecurity and ethical hacking practices.

Target Audience

  • Individuals aspiring to become ethical hackers.
  • Security professionals and IT specialists.
  • Developers and QA testers with an interest in web application security.

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