Security becomes a major concern for testing companies when it comes to releasing quality web applications. The advent of technology has caused major disruptions in businesses which have also made it compulsory for firms to look for the right security testing company. Firms that offer online services need to be protected against all possible security threats. Vulnerabilities in networks, systems, and applications can encourage unethical hackers and invite more cybercrimes. The most common targets for web app attacks are as follows:
- Database administration tools
- SaaS applications
- Content Management Systems, and many more.
Following websites are easy targets due to the following reasons:
- The source code can be hacked easily with malicious code manipulation
- Sensitive data that is collected from the manipulation of source code
- Websites that are easy to execute can easily be attacked by automating and launching thousands of targets at a time
Firms that have insecure web applications have a higher risk of being hacked and attacked, that can cause the following damages to your business:
- Leakage of crucial information
- Dissatisfied clients
- Bad reputation
- Revoked licenses
- Legal proceedings
To overcome all these problems and avoid inconvenience, a security testing company ensures taking care of all the security aspects of your business. When planning a digital strategy, possible threats should be considered for a range of web application vulnerabilities.
Vulnerabilities in a Web Application
There can be a lot of vulnerabilities in a web application especially if they are connected. These interconnected systems can be used to gain unauthorized access to the source code. Following are a few vulnerabilities that can exist in a web application by the use of diverse vector attacks:
SQL Injection
When an attacker uses malicious SQL code to influence the backend database so that it shows all the required and stored information. These attacks can cause unauthorized viewing of lists, unauthorized administrative access, etc.
Cross-Site Scripting
It is an injection attack that targets user accounts to access by activating Trojans or editing the page content. This malicious code is injected directly into an app that results in infecting the user’s app with malware.
Cross-Site Request Forgery
CSFR is an attack that can cause a change in the password, transfer funds or data theft. It is usually caused when a malicious web app makes the browser to perform specific actions when the user is logged on.
Remote File Inclusion
This is a different type of attack that allows hackers to inject remotely into a file that is on the webserver of an application. It implements malicious scripts or code within the app in addition to the changes in data theft and manipulation.
Conclusion
We have listed a few security vulnerabilities in a web application that need to be addressed. Without quality software applications businesses cannot make their way forward. Thus, a security testing company is the only solution that can help maintain a focus on software quality. It is important to protect web applications against any cyber-attacks.
Ray Parker
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