Overview
Using ChatGPT for web application security testing with the Zap Attack Proxy, you can enhance your testing capabilities by integrating natural language understanding into your security assessments. ChatGPT assists security professionals by generating insightful test cases and scenarios, automating repetitive tasks, and providing real-time feedback on potential vulnerabilities identified by Zap. This powerful combination of AI-driven conversation and security expertise streamlines the testing process, helping teams identify and remediate web application vulnerabilities more effectively, ultimately fortifying their defenses against cyber threats.
In this lab, you will learn to:
- Use ChatGPT to assist in setting up Zap Attack Proxy.
- Execute and investigate vulnerabilities of a vulnerable web application.
- Use ChatGPT to learn about the vulnerabilities found and how to secure them.
Key terms and descriptions
Web Application Security
The practice of protecting web applications from security threats and vulnerabilities by implementing various security measures, protocols, and best practices.
OWASP
A nonprofit organization that provides resources and guidance on web application security, including a list of the top web application security risks known as the OWASP Top Ten.
SQL Injection
A type of security vulnerability where an attacker can manipulate a web application's SQL query to gain unauthorized access to a database or retrieve sensitive data.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
A vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
An attack where an attacker tricks a user into executing malicious actions on a website without their knowledge or consent.
Cookie Poisoning
Cookie poisoning is a type of attack where an attacker manipulates or modifies cookies stored on a user's computer to gain unauthorized access or perform malicious actions on a website or web application.