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This is my write-up for the Walking An Application room on TryHackMe:
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In this challenge, we manually explore a web application using browser developer tools such as View Source, Inspector, Debugger, and Network to uncover hidden flags and understand how the application works behind the scenes.
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This task introduces how to manually review a web application for security vulnerabilities using the built-in developer tools in modern browsers. Manual testing is crucial because automated security scanners often miss subtle vulnerabilities and valuable hidden information. The primary browser tools utilized in this process are View Source, Inspector, Debugger, and Network.
I confirm that I have deployed the virtual machine and opened the website.
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Exploring a web application as a penetration tester involves hunting for interactive features (like forms or logins) that could be vulnerable. The most effective way to start is by manually browsing the site and…