#pentester

[flipperzero]

Flipper Zero is a portable Tamagotchi-like multi-functional device developed for interaction with access control systems. Flipper Zero is able to read, copy, and emulate radio-frequency (RFID) tags, radio remotes, iButton, and digital access keys, along with a GPIO interface.

[victormirandamx]

Llego mi nuevo bebé… mi Alfa AWUS036AC… en mi revisión ya murieron dos de mis tarjetas con las que inicie el análisis de redes WiFi… ahora a probar qué tal trabaja este juguetito… 😷 🦠 👨🏻‍💻🏠👩🏻‍💻🦠 😷 _/﹋\_ (҂`_´) -''Let's Hacking'' <,︻╦╤─ ҉ - - - - _/\_ . . . #pentester #vulnerabilityassessment #HackingTools #Pentest #Pentesting #VulnerabilityAssessment #EthicalHacking #InfoSec #CyberSecurity #EthicalHacker #ceh #diabetichacker #darkdevil #hacker #hacking #whitehat #greyhat #blackhat #owasp #osstmm #issaf #ptes https://www.instagram.com/p/CoJQtgYjIU_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[pnwcomputers]

Helllloooo @kalilinuxorg! 🤩 Pacific NorthWest Computers www.pnwcomputers.com www.linktr.ee/pnwcomputers #kali #kalilinux #security #networksecurity #computersecurity #pentest #pentesting #pentester #linux #wifi #alfa #alfanetwork (at Pacific NorthWest Computers) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnkJlyQpaW_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[cypheroxide]

Building Your Own Cyberdeck:

What do you do when you have extra time between a job and your next? How about building your own Cyberdeck? Check this article out for tips on building your own!

The Ultimate Hacker Project For aspiring cybersecurity professionals, cyberpunk enthusiasts, hardware hackers, and circuit benders, one of the best hands-on projects you can take on is building your own cyberdeck. Despite overwhelming schedules full of training programs, full time work weeks, sometimes limited funds, and the endless possibilities of hardware combinations, many fans of the…

[harshita1201]

Web Application Security Testing

Web application security testing is the process of evaluating and identifying vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential threats in a web application's code, configuration, and deployment.

[pentesttestingcorp]

SQL Injection in RESTful APIs: Identify and Prevent Vulnerabilities

SQL Injection (SQLi) in RESTful APIs: What You Need to Know

RESTful APIs are crucial for modern applications, enabling seamless communication between systems. However, this convenience comes with risks, one of the most common being SQL Injection (SQLi). In this blog, we’ll explore what SQLi is, its impact on APIs, and how to prevent it, complete with a practical coding example to bolster your understanding.

What Is SQL Injection?

SQL Injection is a cyberattack where an attacker injects malicious SQL statements into input fields, exploiting vulnerabilities in an application's database query execution. When it comes to RESTful APIs, SQLi typically targets endpoints that interact with databases.

How Does SQL Injection Affect RESTful APIs?

RESTful APIs are often exposed to public networks, making them prime targets. Attackers exploit insecure endpoints to:

Access or manipulate sensitive data.

Delete or corrupt databases.

Bypass authentication mechanisms.

Example of a Vulnerable API Endpoint

Consider an API endpoint for retrieving user details based on their ID:

from flask import Flask, request import sqlite3

app = Flask(name)

@app.route('/user', methods=['GET']) def get_user(): user_id = request.args.get('id') conn = sqlite3.connect('database.db') cursor = conn.cursor() query = f"SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = {user_id}" # Vulnerable to SQLi cursor.execute(query) result = cursor.fetchone() return {'user': result}, 200

if name == 'main': app.run(debug=True)

Here, the endpoint directly embeds user input (user_id) into the SQL query without validation, making it vulnerable to SQL Injection.

Secure API Endpoint Against SQLi

To prevent SQLi, always use parameterized queries:

@app.route('/user', methods=['GET']) def get_user(): user_id = request.args.get('id') conn = sqlite3.connect('database.db') cursor = conn.cursor() query = "SELECT * FROM users WHERE id = ?" cursor.execute(query, (user_id,)) result = cursor.fetchone() return {'user': result}, 200

In this approach, the user input is sanitized, eliminating the risk of malicious SQL execution.

How Our Free Tool Can Help

Our free Website Security Checker your web application for vulnerabilities, including SQL Injection risks. Below is a screenshot of the tool's homepage:

Upload your website details to receive a comprehensive vulnerability assessment report, as shown below:

These tools help identify potential weaknesses in your APIs and provide actionable insights to secure your system.

Preventing SQLi in RESTful APIs

Here are some tips to secure your APIs:

Use Prepared Statements: Always parameterize your queries.

Implement Input Validation: Sanitize and validate user input.

Regularly Test Your APIs: Use tools like ours to detect vulnerabilities.

Least Privilege Principle: Restrict database permissions to minimize potential damage.

Final Thoughts

SQL Injection is a pervasive threat, especially in RESTful APIs. By understanding the vulnerabilities and implementing best practices, you can significantly reduce the risks. Leverage tools like our free Website Security Checker to stay ahead of potential threats and secure your systems effectively.

Explore our tool now for a quick Website Security Check.

[grape-souffle]

Drew bendy whilst waiting for the new games console release, I know absolutely nothing about this lil guy but he's adorable

[kpmeat]

chaser from lex who lied about his age by about 30 years: haha and what are you in school for Young Tran- i mean Tran- i mean Man?

me mentally rolling a d20 to determine how severely i should fuck with this guy: hazardous waste cleanup. Which I think will be a BIG market in a few years.

[statildalh01]

Pen and paper Ranma-Chan