What is Website Hacking

Website Hacking refers to the exploitation of vulnerabilities in web applications to gain unauthorized access, extract data, deface content, or compromise backend systems.

Expanded Explanation

Website Hacking is a critical focus area in ethical hacking, involving the identification and exploitation of flaws within web applications. Common attack vectors include SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), and insecure authentication mechanisms. Hackers may manipulate inputs, tamper with cookies, or bypass access controls to disrupt functionality or steal sensitive data. Ethical hackers use frameworks like OWASP Top 10 as a guideline for testing web app security. Website Hacking also encompasses reconnaissance techniques, such as crawling and fingerprinting, and tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and browser debuggers to simulate and analyze attacks in controlled environments.

Related Terms

web application security, OWASP vulnerabilities, input validation, session hijacking, and penetration testing

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