What We Test
// owasp top 10 + beyond
Injection Attacks
SQL injection, NoSQL injection, command injection, LDAP injection, XPath injection. We test every user-controlled input for injection vectors, including hidden parameters and JSON payloads.
Authentication & Access Control
Broken authentication, weak password policies, insecure session management, JWT vulnerabilities, privilege escalation, IDOR and broken access control (BOLA/BFLA).
XSS & CSRF
Reflected, stored and DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting. Cross-Site Request Forgery. Client-side template injection. Open redirect vulnerabilities used in phishing chains.
API Security
REST and GraphQL API testing. Excessive data exposure, mass assignment, rate limiting bypass, unauthenticated endpoints, broken object-level authorization (BOLA) and API key leakage.
Security Misconfiguration
Default credentials, verbose error messages, directory listing, unnecessary HTTP methods, exposed admin panels, CORS misconfigurations, missing security headers.
Business Logic Flaws
Price manipulation, coupon abuse, workflow bypass, transaction fraud, race conditions and any logic flaw that could be exploited for financial gain or unauthorized access.
Our Methodology
// owasp testing guide v4 · ptes · osstmm
Scoping & Authorization
We define the target scope, rules of engagement and testing windows. A formal written authorization agreement is signed before any testing begins. No exceptions.
Reconnaissance & Mapping
Passive and active reconnaissance: subdomain enumeration, technology fingerprinting, exposed endpoints, API documentation, JavaScript file analysis and attack surface mapping.
Vulnerability Discovery
Manual testing combined with AI-assisted tooling. We use Burp Suite Professional, OWASP ZAP, Nikto, SQLMap, Nuclei, custom scripts and manual analysis to identify vulnerabilities.
Exploitation & Proof of Concept
Safe exploitation of confirmed vulnerabilities to assess real-world impact. Every finding is documented with a step-by-step proof of concept, impact rating and CVSS 3.1 score.
Report Delivery
A professional PDF report is delivered within 24 hours of testing completion. It includes an executive summary, all findings with CVSS scores, remediation steps and a risk prioritization matrix.
Remediation Support
After you fix the identified issues, we offer a free re-test to verify the remediation was implemented correctly. We are available for questions throughout the process.
Tools & Frameworks
// industry-standard + ai-assisted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is web application penetration testing?
Web application penetration testing is a simulated cyberattack against your web application to identify security vulnerabilities before malicious actors do. It covers the OWASP Top 10, API security, authentication flaws, injection attacks, XSS, and business logic vulnerabilities.
How long does a web application pentest take?
A standard web application penetration test typically takes 3 to 5 business days, depending on the size and complexity of the application. The final PDF report is delivered within 24 hours of testing completion.
What methodologies does SmartKali use?
We follow OWASP Testing Guide v4, PTES (Penetration Testing Execution Standard), and OSSTMM. Every finding is rated using CVSS 3.1. Tools include Burp Suite Professional, OWASP ZAP, Nikto, SQLMap, and custom AI-assisted scripts.
Is written authorization required?
Yes. SmartKali requires a signed written authorization agreement before any testing begins. This defines the scope, rules of engagement, and legal boundaries. No testing is conducted without it.
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