Day 4: Mastering SQLi — Essential Tricks & Techniques Based on Personal Experience and Valuable POCs
[ In collaboration with Abhijeet Kumawat ( his LinkedIn | Twitter)]
Hey geeks, it4chis3c here with one more write-up on tricks & tips to detect SQLi vulnerability.
Brief Description
SQL Injection (SQLi) is one of the most notorious vulnerabilities in web applications. It occurs when an attacker manipulates SQL queries by injecting malicious SQL code into the input fields or HTTP headers. This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access, data leaks, or even full control over the application’s database. The impact of SQLi can range from minor data breaches to critical infrastructure takeovers.
1. Where to Detect SQLi
SQLi vulnerabilities can be found in various parts of a web application where user input is incorporated into SQL queries. Key areas to focus on include:
- Login pages: User credentials are often checked against a database, making this a common target.
- Search bars: Input is typically used to query databases for relevant results.
- Forms: Any form fields that interact with the database, such as registration forms, contact forms, etc.
- URL parameters: Some applications use GET parameters to filter database queries.
- HTTP headers: Some…
