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What are the best ways to gain hands-on experience with web application security as an entry-level developer?

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Web application security is a crucial skill for any developer who wants to create and maintain secure and reliable web applications. However, learning web application security can be challenging, especially for entry-level developers who may not have much exposure to real-world scenarios and threats. In this article, we will explore some of the best ways to gain hands-on experience with web application security as an entry-level developer, and how to apply your knowledge to improve your web development skills and career prospects.

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Vinoth Raj

Technical Project Manager at Mindfire Solutions | Blockchain, Web3, Cybersecurity Enthusiast

1 Learn the basics of web security

Before you dive into the practical aspects of web application security, you need to understand the basic principles and concepts of web security, such as the OWASP Top 10, the CIA triad, the SSL/TLS protocol, the HTTP request and response cycle, and the common web vulnerabilities and attacks, such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, cross-site request forgery, and broken authentication. You can find many online resources, courses, books, and blogs that cover these topics in detail, and help you build a solid foundation of web security theory and best practices.

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Vinoth Raj

Technical Project Manager at Mindfire Solutions | Blockchain, Web3, Cybersecurity Enthusiast
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OWASP Top 10 is a must-to-know for web application security. They also provide a OWASP ZAP tool that can analyze and report problems. Also, these days majority of web development is done using a web framework it is beneficial to use one that has built-in security support (e.g., Django for Python).

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Aushraful Alam

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CTF Challenges: Engage in web security Capture the Flag competitions like HackTheBox. Bug Bounty Programs: Join platforms such as HackerOne to find and report vulnerabilities. Contribute to Open Source: Collaborate on security-related projects on GitHub. Online Courses: Take web security courses. Security Labs: Practice on vulnerable web environments like OWASP WebGoat. Personal Projects: Build and secure your own web applications. Networking: Connect with the security community through forums and meetups. Read Documentation: Stay updated with web security trends via blogs and docs. Workshops and Training: Attend hands-on security events and sessions. Continuous Learning: Dedicate time to stay current with evolving web security techniques.

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2 Practice with web security labs and challenges

One of the best ways to gain hands-on experience with web application security is to practice with web security labs and challenges, which are simulated or real web applications that contain intentional or unintentional vulnerabilities and flaws that you can exploit and fix. These labs and challenges can help you learn how to identify, analyze, exploit, and prevent web security issues, and how to use various tools and techniques, such as scanners, proxies, burp suite, metasploit, and web shells. You can find many web security labs and challenges online, such as WebGoat, DVWA, HackTheBox, OWASP Juice Shop, and PortSwigger Web Security Academy.

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Daniel Cubillos

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Sin duda contar con experiencia practica es la mejor forma de adquirir conocimientos reales que nos ayuden a identificar las vulnerabilidades comunes que pueden hacer que nuestro software tenga falencias y limitaciones de seguridad. Además practicar en estos “ambientes simulados” hace que las capturas de errores sean realistas y directamente relacionadas con problemas que muchas empresas enfrentan o enfrentaron en algún punto. Además, algunas de estás herramientas te dan entrenamiento, diversidad de herramientas y técnicas para testear falencias y aprender practicas seguras.

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3 Build your own web applications and test them

Another way to gain hands-on experience with web application security is to build your own web applications and test them for security issues. This can help you learn how to apply web security principles and best practices to your own projects, and how to use secure coding techniques, frameworks, libraries, and plugins that can enhance your web application security. You can also use your own web applications as a portfolio to showcase your web development and security skills to potential employers or clients. You can use any programming language, platform, or technology that you are comfortable with, such as PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, .NET, Node.js, React, Angular, or WordPress.

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Daniel Cubillos

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Cuando desarrollas una aplicación web puedes darte cuenta de muchas posibles vulnerabilidades, como las que existen al momento de instalar una librería, hacer una conexión de red insegura o no sanitizar correctamente las entradas de nuestros formularios. Cuando entendemos la función que cumple una interfaz de usuario y el servidor y como diferentes arquitecturas, infraestructuras y herramientas de software y hadware ayudan a mejorar la seguridad de nuestros sistemas, eso permite que seamos mas conscientes y a futuro tomemos las medidas adecuadas para proteger nuestras aplicaciones.

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4 Participate in bug bounty programs and competitions

If you want to challenge yourself and earn some rewards, you can participate in bug bounty programs and competitions, which are initiatives that invite ethical hackers and security researchers to find and report vulnerabilities in web applications or other systems in exchange for money or recognition. These programs and competitions can help you gain hands-on experience with web application security in a real-world setting, and expose you to different types of web applications, technologies, and security issues. You can also learn from other participants, improve your skills, and build your reputation. You can find many bug bounty programs and competitions online, such as HackerOne, Bugcrowd, Synack, Google VRP, and Facebook Bug Bounty.

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Daniel Cubillos

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Hay una especie de plantilla o checklist que los sistemas deben cumplir para considerarse seguros, inclusive existen normas internacionales que estandarizan los esquemas y mejores practicas de seguridad. Conocer estas heurísticas facilitará aun mas el conocimiento general que se tiene sobre la ciberseguridad o la validación de errores. Para poder corregir un error primero hay que identificarlo y evaluarlo.

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5 Stay updated and network with other web security professionals

Finally, to gain hands-on experience with web application security as an entry-level developer, you need to stay updated and network with other web security professionals. Web security is a dynamic and evolving field, and you need to keep up with the latest trends, threats, tools, and techniques that can affect your web development and security skills. You can follow web security blogs, podcasts, newsletters, forums, and social media accounts that can provide you with valuable insights, tips, tricks, and news. You can also network with other web security professionals, such as mentors, peers, experts, or influencers, who can offer you guidance, feedback, support, and opportunities to learn and grow in your web security career.

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1 Learn the basics of web security

2 Practice with web security labs and challenges

3 Build your own web applications and test them

4 Participate in bug bounty programs and competitions

5 Stay updated and network with other web security professionals

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