Module 1: Introduction to Web Applications

• Understanding the HTTP/S Protocol Basics
• Encoding: Concepts and Techniques
• Same Origin Policy and its Importance
• Cookies: Functionality and Security Implications
• Sessions: Management and Security
• Web Application Proxies: Utilizing Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP for Security Testing

Practical Lab: Setting Up Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP, Intercepting and Analyzing Web Traffic, Session Management Testing.
Module 2: Information Gathering

• Techniques for Gathering Information on Target Applications
• Infrastructure Assessment: Identifying Network Components
• Fingerprinting Frameworks and Applications
• Enumerating Resources and Identifying Entry Points
• Leveraging Misconfigurations for Gathering Relevant Information
• Google Hacking and Shodan HQ for Reconnaissance

Practical Lab: Information Gathering Using Various Tools and Techniques, Performing Google Hacking Searches, Analyzing Shodan Search Results.
Module 3: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

• Understanding Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Attacks
• Anatomy of XSS Exploitation
• Types of XSS: Reflected, Stored, and DOM-based
• Techniques for Finding and Exploiting XSS Vulnerabilities
• Mitigation Strategies for XSS Attacks

Practical Lab: Identifying and Exploiting XSS Vulnerabilities, Crafting XSS Payloads, Implementing XSS Mitigation Techniques.
Module 4: SQL Injection (SQLi)

• Introduction to SQL Injection (SQLi) Attacks
• Identifying and Exploiting Error-based and Blind SQL Injections
• Automated SQL Injection Tools and Techniques
• Strategies for Finding and Mitigating SQL Injection Vulnerabilities

Practical Lab: Performing SQL Injection Attacks, Extracting Data from Databases, Implementing Parameterized Queries to Mitigate SQL Injection.
Module 5: Authentication and Authorization

• Overview of Authentication and Authorization Mechanisms
• Common Vulnerabilities in Authentication Systems
• Bypassing Authorization Controls
• Implementing Secure Authentication and Authorization Practices

Practical Lab: Testing Authentication and Authorization Mechanisms, Exploiting Authentication and Authorization Flaws, Implementing Strong Authentication and Authorization Controls.
Module 6: Session Security & CSRF

• Weaknesses in Session Management
• Session Hijacking and Fixation Attacks
• Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Exploitation and Mitigation Techniques

Practical Lab: Session Hijacking and Fixation Attacks, Crafting and Exploiting CSRF Vulnerabilities, Implementing CSRF Protection Measures.
Module 7: Remote Code Execution (RCE)

• Understanding Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities
• Exploiting RCE to Gain Unauthorized Access
• Strategies for Mitigating RCE Vulnerabilities

Practical Lab: Exploiting Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities, Gaining Shell Access, Implementing Controls to Prevent RCE Attacks.
Module 8: HTML5 Security

• Security Implications of HTML5 Features
• Cross-Windows Messaging
• Web Storage and Its Risks
• WebSocket Security Considerations
• Sandboxed Frames and Their Limitations

Practical Lab: Exploiting HTML5 Features for Security Attacks, Mitigating HTML5 Security Risks.
Module 9: File and Resource Attacks

• File Inclusion Vulnerabilities: Types and Exploitation Techniques
• Risks Associated with Unrestricted File Uploads
• Mitigating File and Resource-Based Attacks

Practical Lab: Exploiting File Inclusion and Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerabilities, Implementing Security Controls to Prevent File-Based Attacks.
Module 10: Other Attacks

• Command Injection: Exploitation and Prevention
• Price Manipulation Techniques in Web Applications
• OTP Bypassing Attacks
• Denial of Service (DoS) Techniques and Mitigation

Practical Lab: Performing Command Injection Attacks, Manipulating Prices in Web Applications, Implementing Countermeasures Against DoS Attacks.
Module 11: Web Services Security

• Overview of Web Services and Their Security Challenges
• Understanding the WSDL Language
• Attacks on Web Services and Strategies for Protection

Practical Lab: Assessing Web Services Security, Exploiting Web Service Vulnerabilities, Implementing Security Controls for Web Services.
Module 12: XPath Injection

• Introduction to XPath and XPath Injection
• Detecting and Exploiting XPath Injection Vulnerabilities
• Defensive Techniques to Prevent XPath Injection Attacks

Practical Lab: Exploiting XPath Injection Vulnerabilities, Implementing Defenses Against XPath Injection Attacks.
Module 13: Penetration Testing Content Management Systems (CMS)

• Introduction to CMS Security Assessment
• Penetration Testing WordPress, Joomla, and Other CMS Platforms
• Brute Force Attacks and Countermeasures in CMS Environments

Practical Lab: Penetration Testing CMS Platforms, Exploiting CMS Vulnerabilities, Implementing Security Controls for CMS.
Module 14: Penetration Testing NoSQL Databases

• Understanding NoSQL Fundamentals and Their Security Implications
• Exploiting NoSQL Databases for Unauthorized Access
• Strategies for Securing NoSQL Databases Against Common Attacks

Practical Lab: Penetration Testing NoSQL Databases, Exploiting NoSQL Vulnerabilities, Implementing Security Measures for NoSQL Databases.
Each module includes practical labs to reinforce theoretical concepts and provide hands-on experience with various tools and techniques. These labs allow participants to apply their knowledge in a controlled environment, gaining valuable skills and experience in web application security testing.

Module 1: Introduction to Network Security

• Definition and significance of network security
• Common threats to network security (e.g., malware, unauthorized access)
• Overview of network security controls and best practices

Module 2: Penetration Testing Framework – Kali Linux

• Introduction to penetration testing concepts
• Overview of Kali Linux and its penetration testing tools (e.g., nmap, Metasploit)
• Setting up and utilizing Kali Linux in a safe environment

Module 3: Analyzing Network Traffic

• Introduction to network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP)
• Capturing and analyzing network traffic using Wireshark
• Filtering and interpreting network traffic data

Module 4: Packet Analysis with Tshark

• Introduction to Tshark for command-line packet analysis
• Capturing and analyzing network traffic using Tshark commands
• Filtering and scripting for efficient traffic analysis

Module 5: Detecting Live Systems and Analyzing Results

• Techniques for identifying active systems on a network (e.g., ping sweeps, ARP scans)
• Analyzing results from network enumeration tools

Module 6: Nmap Advanced Port Scan

• Advanced port scanning techniques using Nmap
• Utilizing Nmap scripts and NSE for customized scanning
• Identifying potential vulnerabilities based on discovered services and ports

Module 7: Metasploit: Introduction to Exploitation

• Overview of Metasploit and its functionalities
• Understanding exploit frameworks and their usage
• Launching basic exploits against vulnerable systems using Metasploit

Module 8: Dictionary & Password Attacks

• Introduction to password cracking techniques (e.g., brute-force, dictionary attacks)
• Utilizing password cracking tools in a controlled environment
• Best practices for password security

Module 9:
FTP Penetration Testing

• Exploring vulnerabilities in FTP servers
• Techniques for exploiting FTP vulnerabilities

SSH Penetration Testing

• Identifying vulnerabilities in SSH protocols
• Exploiting SSH vulnerabilities using tools (e.g., dictionary attacks)

Telnet Penetration Testing (if applicable)

• Understanding Telnet vulnerabilities
• Techniques for exploiting Telnet vulnerabilities in controlled environments

SMTP Penetration Testing

• Exploring vulnerabilities in SMTP servers
• Techniques for exploiting SMTP vulnerabilities ****

DNS & DHCP Penetration Testing

• Understanding vulnerabilities in DNS and DHCP
• Exploiting DNS and DHCP vulnerabilities

NetBIOS & SMB Penetration Testing

• Introduction to NetBIOS and SMB protocols
• Exploring vulnerabilities in network file sharing protocols
• Exploiting NetBIOS and SMB vulnerabilities

MySQL Penetration Testing (if applicable)

• Introduction to MySQL database vulnerabilities
• Techniques for exploiting MySQL vulnerabilities

Remote Desktop Penetration Testing

• Identifying vulnerabilities in RDP
• Techniques for exploiting RDP vulnerabilities

Module 10: Windows Privilege Escalation

• Understanding Windows privilege escalation techniques.
• Exploiting misconfigurations and vulnerabilities to escalate privileges on Windows systems.

Module 11: Linux Privilege Escalation

• Understanding Linux privilege escalation techniques.
• Exploiting misconfigurations and vulnerabilities to escalate privileges on Linux systems.

Module 22: Covering Tracks & Maintaining Access

• • Techniques for concealing evidence of penetration testing activities
  • Maintaining access to compromised systems for further analysis