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A quick overview of beginner-friendly vulnerabilities frequently discovered in bug bounty programs.
For newcomers to bug bounty hunting, focusing on a few common vulnerabilities can make the learning process much easier. Many successful reports come from relatively simple issues that are overlooked by developers.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is one of the most widely reported vulnerabilities. It occurs when user input is not properly sanitized and allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into a web page. Another common issue is Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR), where attackers can access data belonging to other users by modifying identifiers in requests.
Open redirect vulnerabilities are also frequently found. These occur when applications redirect users to external sites without proper validation. Although simple, they can be used in phishing campaigns.
Understanding these vulnerabilities helps beginners recognize patterns in web applications and improves their ability to identify security weaknesses during testing.
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