Writeup Summaries


Detailed Technical Analysis of "One Company, 262 Bugs - Responsible Disclosure & Summary"

The write-up describes a penetration testing engagement with a single company by a bug bounty hunter, who successfully identified and reported a staggering 262 vulnerabilities. The document emphasizes various types of security issues found, categorization of bugs, and the methodologies used to unearth them.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "30 Days of Pwnage: Breaking Nova Labs' Products"

Nova Labs’ products, which range from hardware devices to software solutions, were scrutinized over a period of 30 days in a YouTube presentation by LiveOverflow. This analysis investigates the discovered security flaws, their exploitation, and mitigations.

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Technical Analysis: "Exploiting a PFSense XSS via CSRF - And what it means for Internet-facing applications"

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Privilege Escalation in EKS - Security Implications of the Default Config"

The blog post by Ian Duffy details a critical security issue within Amazon EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service) arising from the way IAM roles and permissions are handled by default configurations. It explores how attackers can exploit these defaults to achieve privilege escalation within an EKS cluster.

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Technical Analysis of Naglin's Bug Bounty Report on Royal Bank of Canada & Mozilla

Naglin’s video provides an in-depth walkthrough of a critical vulnerability he discovered and reported involving JSONP hijacking on the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) website. This analysis breaks down the technical aspects of the exploit, including the vulnerability details, exploitation process, and mitigation strategies.

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Technical Analysis of "npm Cache Poisoning - Poisoning the Well"

This blog post by LandH highlights a critical security vulnerability related to npm cache poisoning. The vulnerability arises from the way npm handles package downloads and caching, making it possible for an attacker to inject malicious code into specific cached packages. This blog provides a deep dive into the underlying mechanisms, potential impact, and steps for mitigation.

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Technical Analysis of "Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) on Pass Culture"

The write-up by AETH details discovering and exploiting a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability within the Pass Culture web application. This type of vulnerability allows an attacker to inject arbitrary JavaScript into the application’s HTML content, which is then stored and executed within the context of the user's browser.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of OffensiveCon Berlin 2020: Breaking Parser Logic

This talk from OffensiveCon Berlin 2020, presented by Alex Rad, dives into the intricate details of "Breaking Parser Logic" focusing on how flaws in parsers can be exploited for various vulnerabilities including RCE (Remote Code Execution), information disclosure, and others. It explores the underlying mechanisms of parser logic, the common pitfalls, and methodologies for exploiting these weaknesses.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Hacking Millions of Modems"

Sam Curry's write-up explores vulnerabilities in millions of modems by dissecting multiple attack vectors and weaknesses. Through a methodical approach, Curry uncovers flaws in the backend systems, authentication mechanisms, and service interfaces of modems, leading to full remote control over myriad devices.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "50 Ways to Inject Your Neighbor"

Sebastian Lekies' presentation titled "50 Ways to Inject Your Neighbor" delivered at AppSec EU 2017 delves into numerous web injection vulnerabilities. The presentation focuses on attacks such as Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), and related injection flaws, providing detailed explanations and live demonstrations.

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Technical Analysis of "DOM Clobbering: When DOM elements override JavaScript variables"

In this blog post, Huli explores the concept of "DOM Clobbering," a subtle yet powerful attack vector that can exploit how certain objects and variables in the Document Object Model (DOM) interact with JavaScript. This vector can lead to unexpected behavior or security vulnerabilities in web applications.

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Technical Analysis of "Chaining Three Bugs to Access All Your ServiceNow Data"

This write-up by Assetnote details how a chain of three vulnerabilities was exploited to gain unrestricted access to ServiceNow's internal data. The attack demonstrates the critical importance of securing each layer of a web application. Here's a breakdown of the technical details and key takeaways from the write-up.

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Technical Analysis of "Bypassing CSP with Path in Late 2021"

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Technical Analysis of "File Inclusion Exploitation"

This write-up explains the exploitation techniques for file inclusion vulnerabilities, focusing on both Local File Inclusion (LFI) and Remote File Inclusion (RFI). It discusses how these vulnerabilities arise, their impact, and detailed methods to exploit them effectively.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Time-Based SQL Injection on bWAPP"

This write-up by CRK2500 discusses the discovery and exploitation of a Time-Based Blind SQL Injection vulnerability in the bWAPP (Buggy Web Application). This type of SQL Injection does not directly return data but instead relies on time delays to infer results, making it particularly useful when error-based or union-based SQL injection is not possible.

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Technical Analysis of "SQL GET/Search Injection Exploitation on bWAPP"

This write-up by CRK2500 demonstrates the exploitation of a SQL Injection vulnerability in the "GET/search" functionality within the bWAPP (a deliberate vulnerable web application). The focus is on practical exploitation, understanding the underlying mechanisms, and the step-by-step approach to compromise the system.

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Technical Analysis of "OS Command Injection on bWAPP!"

This write-up by crk2500 provides a comprehensive walkthrough of identifying and exploiting an OS Command Injection vulnerability in bWAPP, a deliberately vulnerable web application for educational purposes. The write-up dives into the various techniques and tools used to discover, exploit, and understand the underlying security flaw.

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Technical Analysis of the Video: "Stealing Money From ATMs Without a Trace" by Black Hat

This video from Black Hat USA, presented by Kevin Perlow, discusses a novel attack method that can compromise ATM machines to dispense cash on command. The attack exploits vulnerabilities in the XFS (eXtensions for Financial Services) middleware used by ATMs to interact with hardware devices like cash dispensers and card readers.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Oh, Auth! Abusing OAuth to Take Over Millions of Accounts"

Salt Security’s blog post elaborates on how attackers can exploit OAuth misconfigurations to hijack user accounts on websites or services that rely on OAuth for authentication. The analysis focuses on discovering and leveraging insecure OAuth implementations to gain unauthorized access to user accounts.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "WordPress Media Library RCE (CVE-2023-4634)"

This write-up by Patrowl.io dissects a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability within the WordPress Media Library, identified as CVE-2023-4634. The vulnerability analysis exposes how a flaw in the handling of media files could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the server, emphasizing the importance of secure file handling mechanisms.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Reversing WordPress CVEs — Baby Steps"

The write-up offers a step-by-step guide on reverse-engineering vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins by examining two specific CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures). This methodological approach provides a foundational understanding for bug hunters and security researchers aiming to pinpoint and exploit such vulnerabilities effectively.

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Technical Analysis of "Gone in a Click — IDOR Vulnerabilities in Image Upload Function"

The write-up "Gone in a Click" explores IDOR (Insecure Direct Object Reference) vulnerabilities found within the image upload functionality of a web application. The article discusses how IDOR vulnerabilities can be exploited to access, modify, or delete resources belonging to other users.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "XSS in Google Colab via HTML sanitization bypass"

In this detailed bug bounty write-up, the researcher describes the discovery and exploitation of a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Google Colab through HTML sanitization bypass. The vulnerability originated from inadequate HTML sanitization and allowed the injection and execution of arbitrary JavaScript code in a user’s browser.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Exploiting JSONP with SVG"

This technical write-up explores a vulnerability where JSONP (JSON with Padding) endpoints interact with SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) to create a novel XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) attack vector. This technique leverages the flexibility of SVGs to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the browser.

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Technical Analysis of "$7.5k Google Cloud Platform Organization Policy Bypass"

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Remote Code Execution in Cloud DM"

Ezequiel Salazar’s write-up presents a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in the WhatsApp Cloud DM (Device Management) service. The exploit leverages unsafe deserialization of user-controlled input, allowing attackers to achieve RCE on the server.

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Technical Analysis of "Leaking Google Cloud Projects"

Ezequiel Pereira's blog post details the discovery of a vulnerability that allowed him to leak internal Google Cloud project names and associated metadata. The vulnerability involved an internal API endpoint that was inadvertently exposed without proper authentication or access controls. This analysis will dive into the technical specifics of the vulnerability, how it was discovered, and the broader implications for cloud security.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Seamless Cross-Account Cross-Region Replication of Encrypted Objects in AWS S3"

This write-up by Prashant-Mani Karthik explores a method to seamlessly replicate encrypted objects across different AWS accounts and regions in Amazon S3, focusing on overcoming the complexities involved in secure, automated replication setups.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Authentication Bypass using Empty Parameters"

The write-up by Eslam Medhat provides insight into an authentication bypass vulnerability involving the manipulation of parameters within HTTP requests to a web application. The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to protected endpoints by sending empty values for expected parameters.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT): Practical Tips & Tools"

The write-up from OSINT Team provides a comprehensive guide on leveraging Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) for investigative purposes. It details practical tips and introduces various tools that can be employed to gather, analyze, and interpret data extracted from social media platforms.

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Technical Analysis of "Unleashed Firmware from Android Flipper Zero App"

Mubassir Kamdar’s blog post illustrates the discovery and exploitation of vulnerabilities in Flipper Zero’s firmware. The research specifically focuses on extracting and modifying the firmware from the Android application, demonstrating potential security risks, such as unauthorized control or data extraction from Flipper Zero devices.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Section8 - Broken Access Control Session Puzzler"

"Section8 - Broken Access Control Session Puzzler" on ItsecGames challenges participants to exploit access control vulnerabilities in a simulated web application. This technical analysis dissects the key aspects of broken access control mechanisms showcased in the challenge, enabling a deeper understanding of common pitfalls and potential solutions.

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Technical Analysis of "Account Takeover via CSRF"

In this write-up, the researcher "_imjitendra_" outlines a methodology for achieving an account takeover via a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability. The detailed steps and proof of concept (PoC) demonstrate how a lack of CSRF protections can be exploited to effectively hijack user accounts.

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Technical Analysis of "How I Got an Appreciation Letter from Harvard University"

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Technical Analysis of "Shopify Account Takeover"

OphionSecurity’s blog post uncovers a critical vulnerability in Shopify that allowed for the takeover of any Shopify user account. The write-up meticulously details the discovery, exploitation, and reporting phases, highlighting the technical aspects behind the vulnerability and how it was effectively mitigated.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Smashing the state machine: The true potential of web race conditions"

This article by PortSwigger highlights the feasibility and impact of exploiting web race conditions across various web applications. The focus is on "Smashing the State Machine," where concurrent requests manipulate the state machine of web platforms, leading to potentially severe security vulnerabilities.

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Technical Analysis of "Top 25 Denial-of-Service (DoS) Bug Bounty Reports"

This Medium article aggregates and summarizes 25 notable Denial-of-Service (DoS) vulnerabilities reported through various bug bounty programs. It spans multiple platforms and services, illustrating the wide range of techniques attackers use to exhaust resources and disrupt services.

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Technical Analysis of "Misconfigured S3 Bucket: A Semi-Opened Environment"

This write-up by Techiepedia delves into the discovery of a misconfigured Amazon S3 bucket that led to potential security vulnerabilities. It highlights how improper S3 bucket permissions can expose sensitive data and offers practical insights into identifying and securing these misconfigurations.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "A Less Known Attack Vector: Second Order IDOR Attacks"

The write-up by Shubham Shah explores a lesser-known variant of Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) attacks known as Second Order IDOR. This attack vector manipulates server-side data indirectly, allowing attackers to access or modify sensitive information by exploiting references or permissions misconfigurations.

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Technical Analysis of "Free Blockchain Storage Bug in Substrate"

Mudit Gupta's write-up discusses a critical bug found in Substrate, an open-source framework for building blockchains. The bug allows unauthorized users to store data on the blockchain for free, bypassing the protocol's economics designed to regulate storage usage and ensure fair resource distribution.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Polymorphic Images for XSS"

Doyensec’s blog post titled "Polymorphic Images for XSS" details a novel method of performing Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks by leveraging image files. This analysis explores how scripts can be embedded within image files, survive typical image processing, and ultimately execute in the context of a web page due to improper sanitization.

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Technical Analysis of "PayPal Bug $10k: All Secondary Users Bypass 2FA & Have Access"

This blog post on Whitehat Haji uncovers a critical vulnerability within PayPal’s security mechanisms. The vulnerability allows secondary users on a PayPal business account to bypass two-factor authentication (2FA) and gain full access to the primary account functionalities.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Pastejacking" by Dylan Ayrey

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Drag & Drop XSS in Google"

This write-up describes a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability leveraging the drag-and-drop feature within Google's web interface, specifically Google Search. The vulnerability allowed attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser through a specially crafted HTML page.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Vimeo SSRF with Code Execution Potential"

The write-up by Harsh Bothra details an SSRF (Server-Side Request Forgery) vulnerability found in Vimeo that had the potential to escalate to Remote Code Execution (RCE). The analysis breaks down the technical specifics of identifying the vulnerability, exploiting SSRF, and the steps taken to report it to Vimeo.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Material-UI XSS Vulnerability" by Adrian Bednarek

Adrian Bednarek's write-up describes an XSS vulnerability within the popular Material-UI library, specifically in the `Autocomplete` component. The vulnerability allowed malicious actors to inject arbitrary HTML/JS code, leading to potential XSS attacks if the component was implemented without proper sanitization measures.

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Technical Analysis of HackerOne Report #812064

The HackerOne report #812064 discusses a critical vulnerability found on GitHub, involving insecure handling of OAuth tokens by third-party integrations. Specifically, the issue lies in the reuse of OAuth tokens, which could be exploited to gain unauthorized access to other users’ repositories.

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Technical Analysis of "Run commands on company machines through CSV injection"

Mubassir Kamdar’s write-up, "Run commands on company machines through CSV injection," details the exploitation of CSV injection vulnerabilities. This technique involves injecting malicious formulas into CSV files which, when opened in spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel or LibreOffice Calc, can execute arbitrary commands on the user's machine.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Advanced JavaScript Injections"

Brute Logic’s write-up delves into advanced techniques for performing JavaScript injections (JSI), focusing on unconventional vectors and methods to bypass modern security mechanisms. The emphasis is on situations where traditional payloads might fail, requiring more sophisticated approaches.

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Technical Analysis of "Explotación y prevención de SSTI" (Server-Side Template Injection)

This presentation by Artssec provides a comprehensive overview of Server-Side Template Injection (SSTI), detailing its exploitation and prevention methods. SSTI occurs when user input is directly embedded into a server-side template, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the server.

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Technical Analysis of HackerOne Report #502758: Google XSS Exploit via Translator Widget

This report outlines the discovery of a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability on a Google subdomain that hosts the Google Translator widget (`translate.googleusercontent.com`). The vulnerability was serious enough to merit a $5,000 reward from Google. The report is detailed, showcasing the thought process and steps taken to exploit this vulnerability.

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Technical Analysis of "Jumping to the HELL with 10 attempts to bypass DEVIL’s WAF"

This write-up documents a series of sophisticated techniques and iterations used to bypass a Web Application Firewall (WAF) protecting `DEVIL's` application. It elucidates various payload crafting processes, evasion methodologies, and an exploratory approach revealing the fragile aspects of WAF rule management.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Think Outside the Scope: Advanced CORS Exploitation Techniques"

The Medium article by Sandh0t dissects advanced exploitation techniques for Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) misconfigurations. It illustrates how attackers can manipulate CORS headers for unauthorized resource access and data exfiltration despite seemingly secure configurations.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Blind SSRF in Stripe.com Due to Sentry Misconfiguration"

This write-up by 0ktavandi dissects a fascinating blind Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Stripe.com, which was due to a misconfiguration in Sentry, an event logging and aggregation platform. The vulnerability allowed the researcher to escalate the issue by chaining further exploits, demonstrating a high-severity security flaw.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Exploiting XXE with Local DTD Files"

The write-up by Mohemiv provides an insightful analysis of exploiting XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerabilities using local Document Type Definition (DTD) files. It sheds light on how attackers can leverage local DTDs to perform more sophisticated and stealthy attacks, bypassing common protections and restrictions.

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Technical Analysis of "Denial of Service using Cookie Bombing"

The write-up by Ronak Desai on Medium delves into a Denial of Service (DoS) attack method known as "Cookie Bombing." This technique exploits various web application weaknesses related to cookie management, leading to resource exhaustion and potential service disruption.

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Technical Analysis of "SSRF Vulnerability via FFmpeg HLS Processing"

Valeriy Shevchenko's write-up reveals an SSRF (Server-Side Request Forgery) vulnerability in handling HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) playlists through FFmpeg. The vulnerability is linked to how FFmpeg processes media files, specifically HLS playlists, which can be exploited to make arbitrary HTTP requests.

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Technical Analysis of "Live Hacking Like a MVH: A Walkthrough on Methodology and Strategies to Win Big"

The presentation by Frans Rosen, "Live Hacking Like a Most Valuable Hacker (MVH): A Walkthrough on Methodology and Strategies to Win Big," provides insights into advanced hacking techniques and strategies for excelling in the bug bounty space. The focus is on the systematic approaches that successful hackers use to identify, exploit, and report vulnerabilities effectively.

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Technical Analysis of "Cookieless DuoDrop: IIS Authentication Bypass and App Pool Privilege Escalation in ASP.NET Framework (CVE-2023-36899)"

Soroush Dalili’s detailed blog post discusses a critical vulnerability (CVE-2023-36899) in the ASP.NET framework that leverages cookieless forms authentication. The vulnerability involves bypassing IIS authentication and potentially escalating privileges in an application pool context.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "PPRCE2: Postscript Platform Remote Code Execution (CVE-2016-4809)"

This write-up by Artsploit details a PostScript (PS) execution vulnerability within Ghostscript, leveraging this to achieve Remote Code Execution (RCE). The vulnerability is documented under CVE-2016-4809 and exploits the Ghostscript interpreter used widely across platforms for handling PostScript files.

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Technical Analysis of "Sandwich Attack"

The discussed writeup by **landh.tech** deals with a new vulnerability known as the "Sandwich Attack," targeting HTTP/2 servers. This attack leverages the multiplexing features of the HTTP/2 protocol, which allows multiple requests and responses to be in flight simultaneously. This attack makes it possible to smuggle malicious HTTP/1.1 requests through an HTTP/2 connection, leading to various security issues.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Creating your own Telegram Bot for Recon & Bug Bounty"

Santosh D Bobade's write-up takes the reader through the process of creating a Telegram bot specifically tailored for reconnaissance in bug bounty programs. It details the technical steps involved in setting up the bot, integrating it with various recon tools, and automating the recon process.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "IDOR Facebook | Malicious Person Add People To The Top Fans"

This bug bounty write-up by UpdateLap outlines a critical Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability in Facebook that allowed an attacker to manipulate a user's Top Fans list. The attack demonstrates how improper authorization checks can lead to significant security breaches, particularly in prominent social networks like Facebook.

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Technical Analysis of "Tale of a Wormable Twitter XSS"

Virtue Security's write-up discusses the discovery and exploitation of a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Twitter, which had the potential to become a wormable exploit, spreading automatically between user accounts. The vulnerability was found in Twitter's embedded tweet feature, specifically the `data-tweet-id` attribute.

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Technical Analysis of "Exploit Development for HEVD Driver - Stack Overflow (x64)" by Hector Marco & Ismael Ripoll

This writeup demonstrates the process of exploiting a stack overflow vulnerability in the Windows drivers of the HackSys Extreme Vulnerable Driver (HEVD) for the x64 architecture. HEVD is a learning platform intentionally designed with security flaws to practice exploit development.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "A Reset High-Traffic Attack on Web Application"

The write-up by Aeth Documents reveals a sophisticated traffic-based attack against web applications, particularly focusing on abusing functionalities provided by APIs within high-traffic environments. The paper uses a mock system named "Tolkien" to demonstrate how timing-based interactions between a client and a sensitive API can be exploited to reset password mechanisms or bypass rate-limiting measures.

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Technical Analysis of "Exploiting RFI in PHP: Bypass Remote URL Inclusion Restriction"

The write-up by Mannu Linux delves into techniques for exploiting Remote File Inclusion (RFI) vulnerabilities in PHP applications, specifically bypassing restrictions often in place to prevent such exploits. The exploitation centers on turning Local File Inclusion (LFI) into RFI by leveraging PHP wrappers and manipulating server behaviors.

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Technical Analysis of "How I Pwned nmap: From Code Execution to Subdomain Takeover" Video

The video presentation covers how the speaker discovered and exploited vulnerabilities in the Nmap project that led from code execution to a subdomain takeover. It provides a deep dive into the technical process, showcasing both the offensive and defensive sides of cybersecurity.

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Technical Analysis of "Hacking JasperReports - the hidden shell feature"

Foxglove Security's write-up reveals a critical vulnerability in JasperReports that allows attackers to gain shell access through a hidden feature. The post provides a comprehensive walkthrough of identifying, exploiting, and mitigating this security flaw.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Thaddäus Tielsch - Breaking real World applications using OAuth Misconfigurations | DeepSec 2019"

Thaddäus Tielsch’s presentation at DeepSec 2019 dives into the intricacies of OAuth, one of the most widely-used authorization frameworks, and highlights common misconfigurations that can lead to severe vulnerabilities in web applications. The discussion includes practical examples and case studies demonstrating the exploitation of these misconfigurations.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "From SSRF to RCE: Pivoting Between Protocols to Pwn Google Cloud"

In this video presentation from Black Hat USA 2020, Alex Birsan describes a sophisticated method of exploiting Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerabilities to achieve Remote Code Execution (RCE) on Google Cloud Services. The research showcases how SSRF can be leveraged to pivot between different protocols and reach internal services within a cloud environment.

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Technical Analysis of "Zoom Account Takeover via IDOR"

Nokline’s blog post discusses a critical Account Takeover (ATO) vulnerability in the Zoom platform, achieved through the exploitation of an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) flaw. This attack allows unauthorized access to user accounts and sensitive information without proper authentication checks.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Stealing $50,000 from Google"

In this blog post, Landon promotes the technical details of a vulnerability discovered in Google’s web infrastructure, which could have allowed an attacker to steal $50,000. The vulnerability leveraged an unintended interaction between Google OAuth services and Google Ads/Billing endpoints, revealing a sophisticated chain of bugs that could exploit Google’s financial services through OAuth tokens.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Mass Assignment Vulnerability in Pass Culture"

This write-up by Aeth details an in-depth exploration of a mass assignment vulnerability found in Pass Culture, a French application designed to promote access to culture for young people. The write-up describes the discovery, exploitation, and reporting of the vulnerability, and how it allowed an attacker to escalate privileges and manipulate sensitive data.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Android security checklist: theft of arbitrary files"

The write-up by Oversecured discusses a severe vulnerability in Android applications that allow arbitrary file theft. This analysis explains the vulnerability type, its exploitation, affected components, and mitigation strategies.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Sandbox Iframe XSS Challenge Solution"

Joakim Carlsson's write-up explores a challenge involving sandboxed iframes and XSS exploitation. It gives a step-by-step walkthrough of the thought process and techniques used to bypass the sandbox restrictions, leading to the successful execution of malicious JavaScript within the context of the sandboxed iframe.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "XSS Attack and Defense."

Huli’s write-up is a comprehensive guide on Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), including attack techniques and defense mechanisms. It offers insights into the different types of XSS, how these attacks are executed, and practical defense strategies to mitigate such vulnerabilities on web applications.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Encoding Differentials: Why Charset Matters"

SonarSource's write-up on "Encoding Differentials: Why Charset Matters" highlights the security implications of inconsistent or incorrect character set (charset) handling in web applications. The focus is on how differences in encoding interpretation can lead to various security issues, including Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities. The blog provides insights into how attackers can exploit these discrepancies to execute malicious payloads.

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Technical Analysis of "Why Nested Deserialization is Harmful: Magento XXE (CVE-2024-34102)"

The write-up by Assetnote explores a critical vulnerability in the Magento eCommerce platform (CVE-2024-34102), focusing on nested deserialization leading to XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerabilities. This write-up delves into the mechanics of how these vulnerabilities arise and the potential impact on affected systems.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Using Cloudflare to Bypass Cloudflare"

This write-up by Certitude Consulting demonstrates a clever method to bypass Cloudflare's web application firewall (WAF) protection by leveraging a misconfiguration in Cloudflare's service. The exploit allows an attacker to access the origin server directly, circumventing the security controls that are typically in place to shield it.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "RFI & LFI Exploitation on bWAPP"

The write-up from Medium by crk2500 discusses exploiting Remote File Inclusion (RFI) and Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerabilities on the deliberately vulnerable web application bWAPP. Both vulnerabilities are critical as they can lead to severe consequences like code execution, sensitive data leakage, and other malicious actions.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "OS Command Injection Exploitation"

The referenced write-up presents a comprehensive exploration of OS Command Injection vulnerabilities. This type of vulnerability occurs when an application executes operating system commands constructed from user input without proper sanitization. The blog post covers identification, exploitation examples, and advanced techniques used in real-world scenarios.

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Technical Analysis of "Cracking the Lens: Exploiting HTTP’s Hidden Attack Surface"

The BlackHat presentation "Cracking the Lens: Exploiting HTTP’s Hidden Attack Surface" by James Kettle dives deep into a lesser-known attack surface in HTTP processing, focusing on discrepancies between different HTTP parser implementations. The authors explore how slight differences in handling HTTP requests and headers across various servers, proxies, and applications can be exploited to achieve severe security impacts such as Request Smuggling and Request Splitting.

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Technical Analysis of "Auto-GPT: Remote Code Execution by Leveraging Typosquatting"

Positive Security's write-up details a sophisticated method to achieve Remote Code Execution (RCE) in the Auto-GPT framework by leveraging typosquatting in dependency packages. Essentially, the exploitation hinges on social engineering developers into mistakenly using a corrupted package due to a slight misspelling of legitimate package names.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Hacking GTA 5 Servers Using Web Exploitation"

The write-up from Nullpt.rs explains a critical web exploitation technique used to hack into Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) multiplayer servers. The content highlights a blend of web vulnerabilities and game server misconfigurations to achieve remote code execution (RCE) and gain an unfair advantage in the game.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Bypassing XSS Filters: Techniques and Solutions"

This write-up from InfoSec Write-Ups delves into various techniques for bypassing common XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) filters. It elaborates on several sophisticated methods attackers use to circumvent browser and application-level defenses, and subsequently, suggests solutions to mitigate these bypass attempts effectively.

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Technical Analysis of "The Double-Edged Sword of `iframe` and `window.open`"

The blog post by Huli delves into the security implications of using `iframe` and `window.open` in web development. It explores potential vulnerabilities and discusses best practices to mitigate security risks associated with these two mechanisms, often used for embedding content and opening new browser windows or tabs, respectively.

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Technical Analysis of "Digging for SSRF in Next.js Apps"

AssetNote's detailed blog post uncovers techniques for finding Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerabilities in applications built with the Next.js framework. The write-up lays out instances where SSRF can occur due to the inherent behavior of Next.js features like API routes and image optimization.

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Technical Analysis of "Diffing Patches for MOVEit Transfer: A Journey of Discovery"

The blog post from Assetnote covers the author's exploration of vulnerabilities in MOVEit Transfer by diffing patches. Through reverse engineering and meticulous analysis, the author uncovers multiple security flaws, including SQL Injection (SQLi) and File Upload vulnerabilities. Their approach highlights the importance of understanding patch diffing for discovering zero-day vulnerabilities.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Dropping a Shell in GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine)"

Ezequiel Pereira’s write-up explores a security vulnerability within Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) that allowed attackers to gain unauthorized shell access to an internal environment. It highlights how misconfigurations and lack of proper isolate checks can lead to severe security breaches within managed Kubernetes services.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "XSS — Intigriti Challenge"

This write-up describes an XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) vulnerability discovered during an Intigriti challenge. The author details the process of identifying and exploiting the vulnerability as well as the technical nuances involved.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "SSRFs Up! Real-World Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)"

Shorebreak Security’s write-up delves into the intricacies of Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attacks, providing practical insights from real-world examples. SSRF vulnerabilities allow attackers to make requests from vulnerable servers, often bypassing firewall rules and accessing internal systems. This analysis breaks down how these vulnerabilities are exploited, the impact, and effective mitigation strategies.

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Technical Analysis of "TP-Link WDR740 Vulnerability Writeup"

Helich0pper’s write-up describes an exploit of a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in the TP-Link WDR740 router. This analysis delves into the technical nuances of discovering and exploiting the vulnerability, focusing on firmware analysis, the reverse-engineering process, and exploitation steps.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Cloning Internal Google Repos for Fun and Info"

Luke Berner's write-up provides insight into how he exploited a misconfiguration in Google Cloud Source Repositories to clone internal Google repositories. This analysis dissects the technical aspects of his findings and methodologies used to achieve this.

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Technical Analysis of "How I Got an Appreciation Letter from Harvard University"

Santosh D Bobade publishes a write-up detailing the discovery and exploitation of an open redirect vulnerability on multiple subdomains of Harvard University's website. The report focuses on how the vulnerability was identified, verified, and responsibly disclosed, leading to an appreciation letter from the institution.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "All is XSS that Comes to the .NET"

The iSEC blog post explores multiple XSS vulnerabilities within ASP.NET applications by focusing on how sensitive user-supplied input propagates through the application. Specific areas of interest include Request Validation, HTML encoding functions, and the scenarios where encoding functions are bypassed. The paper provides practical examples and insight into securing ASP.NET applications against XSS attacks.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Account Takeover - PoC"

Mubassir Kamdar’s write-up illustrates a method for account takeover through exploiting potential security flaws in the password reset functionality of a web application. The post includes a Proof of Concept (PoC) and outlines how predictable or flawed password reset tokens can lead to unauthorized access.

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Technical Analysis of "CVE‑2020‑15823: Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in JetBrains YouTrack"

The write-up by the MITM Lab details a critical Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in JetBrains YouTrack, a popular issue tracking tool. The SSRF vulnerability allowed attackers to abuse the server’s backend to make unauthorized HTTP requests, potentially accessing internal services and sensitive data.

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Technical Analysis of "An Exciting Journey to Find SSRF Bypass Cloudflare and Extract AWS Metadata"

This write-up by Zenofex details a sophisticated Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) attack that bypasses Cloudflare’s protections to access AWS metadata from a vulnerable endpoint. The write-up walks through the discovery process, exploiting SSRF, and evading Cloudflare's security measures to extract sensitive Amazon Web Services (AWS) metadata.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Take Advantage of 'Out of Scope' Domains in Bug Bounty"

The write-up by Hussam Al-Hudaib discusses a creative exploitation technique in bug bounty hunting by leveraging "out of scope" domains. These domains, often related to the primary target but not explicitly included in the bug bounty program's scope, can be used to escalate privilege and conduct impactful attacks on "in scope" assets.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of HackerOne Report #84601

This HackerOne report describes a security vulnerability in Gitlab that allows an attacker to exploit a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. The issue was identified in user profile pages where malicious payloads embedded in the Full Name field could be executed in administrative contexts, leading to potentially serious impacts on the platform.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "PPRCE 2: ImageTragick"

The blog post by Artsploit, titled "PPRCE 2: ImageTragick," details vulnerabilities in ImageMagick, a popular image processing library. The vulnerabilities, colloquially named "ImageTragick," stem from how ImageMagick handles crafted image files, which can lead to Remote Code Execution (RCE) and other security threats.

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Technical Analysis of "Account Takeover using CSRF (JSON Based)"

The technical write-up by Shubham Anand explores a sophisticated Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack leveraging JSON-based payloads to achieve account takeover. The analysis provides insights into how improperly protected endpoints can be exploited to perform actions on behalf of a user without their consent.

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Technical Analysis of "Cross-Site Scripting for Fun & Pastejacking"

This write-up by Geekboy discusses a creative yet overlooked attack vector combining Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and clipboard hijacking (pastejacking). The technique demonstrates how an attacker can exploit user trust in copy-paste operations to execute arbitrary commands by manipulating clipboard content.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "The Pitfalls of postMessage"

The write-up by Detectify Labs explores the security pitfalls associated with the `postMessage` API, a widely used method for communication between different windows or iframes in web applications. It elucidates various vulnerabilities that arise from improper implementation and offers insights into securely using `postMessage`.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "An Accidental XSS @UN|UNL"

The write-up by Santosh D Bobade provides a detailed exploration of a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability discovered accidentally on the United Nations' official website. It outlines the discovery, exploitation, and subsequent reporting of the vulnerability. The analysis delves into the technical handling of URL parameters and how improper sanitization can lead to significant security issues.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Shortest Reflected XSS Possible"

This write-up from BruteLogic explores the concept of achieving the shortest possible reflected XSS payload. The aim is to demonstrate that even minimal input can trigger a successful XSS attack in certain contexts. This challenges the assumptions around input length restrictions providing security benefits.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "XSS in Limited Input Formats"

The write-up by Brute Logic delves into the intricacies of exploiting Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities when input formats are limited. The focus is on understanding and leveraging restricted input environments to execute XSS payloads. This kind of attack is especially challenging and requires a deeper understanding of input processing and browser behavior.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of the Write-up on MyBB SQL Injection via Unauthenticated User

The write-up by Stefanocoding details a SQL Injection vulnerability in MyBB, a popular open-source forum software. Specifically, the discussed vulnerability affects a MyBB plugin called "Thank You/Like," enabling an unauthenticated user to exploit the flaw, potentially leading to severe data breaches and full system compromise.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "From XSS to RCE in Three Acts"

This write-up by Zeropwn effectively demonstrates how a seemingly low-severity Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability can be leveraged into a full Remote Code Execution (RCE) exploit. The process unfolds in three stages, showcasing techniques that build on each other to elevate the level of access and control.

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Technical Analysis of "XSS without parentheses and semi-colons"

PortSwigger's blog post explores innovative cross-site scripting (XSS) attack techniques that do not rely on typical JavaScript syntax elements like parentheses `()` and semi-colons `;`. This research shifts the paradigm of XSS payload construction, aiming to evade modern security filters and Content Security Policies (CSP) that often detect malicious scripts based on common syntax patterns.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Awesome Asset Discovery"

RedHunt Labs' "Awesome Asset Discovery" is a curated list of tools and techniques for discovering web assets, subsystems, and overall attack surfaces in both automated and manual contexts. Asset discovery is an essential phase in both offensive and defensive security practices. This repository consolidates a comprehensive toolkit and methodology for efficiently mapping and understanding the various components of an organization's digital footprint.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of the Video: "Security of Your Data in ML (Machine Learning) Systems"

This analysis pertains to a video presentation discussing the security implications of managing data in Machine Learning (ML) systems. The video highlights potential attack vectors and vulnerabilities around ML models, including data poisoning, adversarial attacks, and model extraction.

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Technical Analysis of "GitHub OSINT"

Ghostlulzhacks presents an insightful methodologies-oriented writeup on utilizing GitHub for open-source intelligence (OSINT). The article highlights how GitHub repositories, commits, users, and organizations can be mined for sensitive information, with a particular focus on practical techniques and tools.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "GOTCHA! Taking Phishing to a Whole New Level"

The Intigriti blog post discusses an advanced phishing technique that leverages a combination of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create credible and interactive phishing forms that can bypass traditional security controls. The focus of the write-up is on the technical sophistication and innovative approaches used to enhance the effectiveness of phishing campaigns.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "From Blind XXE to Root-Level File Read Access"

This write-up by honoki.net explores a sophisticated exploitation chain, starting with a blind XXE (XML External Entity) vulnerability escalating to root-level file read access on a server. It meticulously outlines every step, from identifying the initial vulnerability to leveraging it for deeper system penetration.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "CVE-2024-4367: Arbitrary JS Execution in PDF.js"

This write-up by Codean Labs provides an in-depth analysis of a critical security vulnerability (CVE-2024-4367) in PDF.js, a widely used web-based PDF viewer. The vulnerability permits arbitrary JavaScript execution, posing significant risks for various web applications embedding PDF.js.

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Technical Analysis of "The Absolute Minimum Every Software Developer Absolutely, Positively Must Know About Unicode and Character Sets (No Excuses)" by Joel Spolsky

Joel Spolsky's article serves as a primer for software developers on understanding the essentials of character encoding, Unicode, and character sets. This topic is critical for building software that handles text correctly across different languages and platforms. The article offers both conceptual understanding and practical guidance to avoid common pitfalls.

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Technical Analysis of "CVE-2024-30043: Abusing URL Parsing Confusion to Exploit XXE on SharePoint Server and Cloud"

The Zero Day Initiative’s write-up discusses CVE-2024-30043, a vulnerability discovered in SharePoint Server that leverages URL parsing confusion to exploit XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerabilities. The detailed analysis explains how the flaw arises, the technical means by which it can be exploited, and the potential impacts on both on-premises and cloud deployments of SharePoint.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "How I Made $13,000 From Hacking Points.com"

Sam Curry’s write-up describes a series of security vulnerabilities he discovered and exploited in the Points.com platform, eventually leading to a cumulative reward of $13,000. The write-up covers various types of attacks, including IDOR (Insecure Direct Object References), CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery), and a critical XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) bug. These vulnerabilities underscore the importance of secure coding practices, especially in financial platforms handling sensitive user data.

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Technical Analysis of "GraphQL Abuse: DoS, Information Disclosure and Integrity Modification"

This write-up by Detectify Labs examines the potential security issues and abusive scenarios related to misconfigured or improperly implemented GraphQL APIs. It highlights how GraphQL's flexibility can be both an advantage and a potential risk, detailing Denial of Service (DoS), Information Disclosure, and Integrity Modification attacks.

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Technical Analysis of HackerOne Report #499348: GitHub Security Advisory - Unauthorized Private Repository Access

The HackerOne report #499348 details a vulnerability concerning unauthorized access to private repositories on GitHub. The vulnerability was significant enough to potentially expose confidential code and sensitive information stored in private repositories, compromising user privacy and security.

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Technical Analysis of "Bypassing Chrome XSS Auditors for Fun and Profit" - [LiveOverflow](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhkCf8tldbk)

This LiveOverflow video delves into the intricacies of bypassing Chrome's XSS Auditor, a security feature built to detect and block cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. The video methodically demonstrates various technical strategies to thwart the XSS Auditor.

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Technical Analysis of "MOVEit Transfer Exploit Explained"

Assetnote's blog post dissects a critical vulnerability in the MOVEit Transfer software, which was widely exploited in June 2023. The analysis is centered around authenticated deserialization of untrusted data and SQL injection, discussing how an insecure use of XStream led to a chain of exploits, culminating in arbitrary code execution and data exfiltration.

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Technical Analysis of "Deleted Data Stored Permanently on Instagram: Facebook Bug Bounty 2020"

The provided write-up dissects a critical flaw in Facebook's handling of user data on Instagram, where deleted private messages, photos, and other content were retained indefinitely on Facebook's servers. This analysis highlights the discovery, technical processes involved, and the security implications of retaining ostensibly deleted user data.

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##Technical Analysis of "DOM XSS via HTML5 Drag and Drop" Presentation

This presentation by James Kettle at DEF CON 24 explores an innovative method for executing DOM-based XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) attacks leveraging the HTML5 Drag and Drop API. The presentation highlights the mechanisms, vectors of exploitation, and mitigation strategies related to DOM XSS through drag and drop functionalities.

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Technical Analysis of "Server Side Request Forgery SSRF Port issue hidden approach"

This write-up from w_hat_boy details an advanced SSRF (Server-Side Request Forgery) vulnerability focused on enumerating open ports of a server behind a firewall or otherwise protected network setup. SSRF typically allows an attacker to make requests from the server to internal services or accessible remote services. This write-up explores how leveraging a specific response behavior can help in mapping internal network services.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "SQL POST Search Injection on bWAPP"

In this write-up, the author explores an SQL Injection vulnerability found in the bWAPP (buggy web application) platform. A structured methodology is described to identify, exploit, and understand the SQL Injection flaw through a practical example involving a SQL search function.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "IDOR That Allowed Me to Takeover Any User's Account"

This write-up by Kanagavelu Sugumar explores an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability that allowed the security researcher to hijack any user's account on a web application. The analysis explains the discovery process, exploitation, impact, and the subsequent security measures taken by the affected organization.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "How Your NFTs Could Have Been Stolen in Just One Click"

The Permasecure write-up elaborates on a critical vulnerability in a smart contract used for NFT transactions, primarily focusing on a bug that could allow attackers to steal NFTs with a single click. The analysis delves into the technical mechanics of the exploit in a popular Ethereum smart contract, highlighting the intricacies of the Web3 environment and the perils of decentralized applications when improper checks and balances are in place.

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Technical Analysis of "A Deep Dive into AWS S3 Access Controls: Taking Full Control Over Your Assets"

Detectify's analysis centers around AWS S3 bucket misconfigurations and how improper access control settings can lead to vulnerabilities. The blog provides comprehensive insights into the nuances of S3 access control mechanisms and their potential risks if not correctly implemented.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "How I Was Able to Delete Any Image in Facebook Community Question Forum"

Juba Baghdad's write-up explores a critical vulnerability in Facebook's Community Question Forum, which allowed for unauthorized deletion of any user's image through improper API endpoint protection. This analysis dives into the technical specifics of how the endpoint was exploited and the broader implications.

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Technical Analysis of "Hacking JWT Secrets - John Hammond"

John Hammond's video recounts his exploration into hacking JSON Web Tokens (JWT). It focuses on exploiting weak JWT secret keys using brute force and dictionary attacks. For clarity and thoroughness, this analysis delves into the key concepts, methodologies used, tools, and defenses against these attacks.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Story of Stealing Mail Conversation & Contacts in Mail.ru and MyMail iOS Applications via XSS"

This write-up, authored by K0ala, delves into a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the Mail.ru and MyMail iOS applications, which allowed the theft of email conversations and contacts. It details the discovery, exploitation methodology, and the remediation of this security flaw, demonstrating how client-side vulnerabilities in mobile applications can be leveraged to extract sensitive user data.

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Detailed Technical Analysis of "Web Scraping Considered Dangerous - Exploiting the Telnet service in Scrapy 1.5.2"

This write-up by Dimitris Kotsonis dissects a critical vulnerability in Scrapy 1.5.2, particularly focusing on an issue related to the Telnet console service. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated users to execute arbitrary commands remotely via the Telnet service, presenting severe security implications for any web scraping setup using this version of Scrapy.

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