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Web Application
Security Testing

Comprehensive web application penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security weaknesses before attackers do. Trusted by 650+ clients across industries.

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Service Overview
500+Apps Tested
98%Client Retention
48hrReport Delivery
0Data Breaches
  • OWASP Top 10 Complete Coverage
  • Manual + Automated Testing
  • Detailed Remediation Report
  • Free Re-Test After Fix
  • Compliance-Ready Documentation
Overview

What is Web Application Security Testing?

Web Application Security Testing (WAPT) is the process of evaluating a web application to identify vulnerabilities, security weaknesses, and misconfigurations that could be exploited by malicious actors. These applications handle sensitive personal, financial, and business information — making them a top target for cybercriminals.

CyberHunt IT Solutions provides intelligent, proactive, and scalable cyber defense solutions using a combination of manual expertise and AI-powered testing methodologies. We help organisations identify threats before they escalate into damaging cyber incidents.

Compliance Standards We Address

  • OWASP Top 10 — Web Application Security Reference Guide
  • OWASP WSTG v4.2 — Web Security Testing Guide
  • SANS Top 25 Most Dangerous Software Errors
  • NIST SP 800-115 Technical Guide to Security Testing
  • ISO 27001 / PCI-DSS / GDPR Compliance Alignment
Service At a Glance
Service TypeWAPT / VAPT
Delivery ModeRemote / On-site
Report DeliveryWithin 48 Hours
Testing ApproachManual + Automated
ComplianceOWASP / PCI-DSS
Re-TestFree After Fixes
EngagementNDA Protected
Our Process

Our Approach to Web Application Security Testing

Reconnaissance
Scanning
Exploitation
Post Exploitation
Reporting
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Reconnaissance & Information Gathering

Reconnaissance is an Information Gathering to find the fundamental flaws of any web application under test. It refers to Blank Box Assessments, step-by-step processes of revealing valuable information about your organization from existing sources — including domain enumeration, technology fingerprinting, and SSL analysis.

Our approach helps you understand how information about your web applications flows and where it's exposed to external parties — a critical foundation for a complete security assessment.

OSINT DNS Enumeration SSL Analysis Tech Fingerprinting Subdomain Discovery
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Vulnerability Scanning & Assessment

We perform both automated and manual scanning across your entire web application surface — including all endpoints, APIs, authentication mechanisms, input fields, and file upload functions — using industry-standard tools combined with our proprietary methodology.

Every finding is manually verified to eliminate false positives, with severity ratings assigned per CVSS standards and mapped to OWASP Top 10 categories.

Burp Suite Pro OWASP ZAP Nikto SQLMap CVSS Scoring

Exploitation & Impact Analysis

Controlled exploitation of confirmed vulnerabilities is performed to assess the real-world business impact. We demonstrate how an attacker could leverage SQL injection, XSS, IDOR, authentication bypass, or broken access control to access sensitive data or compromise the application.

All exploitation is performed safely within agreed scope, with full evidence capture including screenshots and proof-of-concept payloads.

SQL Injection XSS / CSRF IDOR Auth Bypass RCE / LFI / RFI
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Post-Exploitation & Lateral Movement

After gaining initial access, we evaluate lateral movement opportunities, privilege escalation paths, and data exfiltration scenarios. This phase determines the maximum damage potential an attacker could achieve after breaching the application boundary.

We assess session management weaknesses, cookie security, backend system exposure, and chaining of multiple lower-severity issues into critical attack paths.

Session Hijacking Privilege Escalation Data Exfiltration Business Logic
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Reporting & Remediation Guidance

A comprehensive VAPT report is delivered within 48 hours of assessment completion. The report includes an executive summary for management, a detailed technical breakdown for developers, CVSS-scored findings, step-by-step reproduction steps, and actionable remediation recommendations.

A free re-test is included after fixes are applied — ensuring your remediation was effective before going live.

Executive Summary CVSS Scoring PoC Evidence Fix Guidance Free Re-Test
Testing Types

Web Application Security Assessment Types

Choose the testing approach that matches your requirements and risk profile

Black Box Testing

Black Box
Testing

Zero-knowledge testing that simulates an external attacker with no prior access to source code, architecture, or internal information. Closest to a real-world attack scenario.

  • External attacker simulation
  • No prior application knowledge
  • Tests exposed attack surface
  • Real-world breach scenario
Grey Box Testing

Grey Box
Testing

Partial-knowledge testing using limited credentials or architectural documentation. Ideal for authenticated application testing and internal user threat modeling.

  • Authenticated user perspective
  • Privilege escalation testing
  • IDOR & access control focus
  • Most common engagement type
White Box Testing

White Box Testing

Full-knowledge testing with access to source code, architecture diagrams, and internal documentation. Provides the most thorough coverage — uncovering logic flaws, insecure coding patterns, and vulnerabilities not visible from the outside. Ideal for development lifecycle security and compliance audits.

  • Source code review & SAST
  • Architecture & design flaw analysis
  • Business logic vulnerability assessment
  • Compliance-ready documentation
Why It Matters

Benefits of Web App Security Testing

Protect Sensitive Data

Identify vulnerabilities that could expose customer PII, financial records, and business-critical data before attackers find them.

Ensure Compliance

Meet PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, GDPR, and SOC 2 compliance requirements with documented security testing evidence.

Prevent Financial Loss

Avoid the average $4.45M cost of a data breach by identifying and remediating vulnerabilities proactively.

Build Customer Trust

Demonstrate your security commitment to customers, partners, and stakeholders with certified VAPT reports.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is meant by web application security testing?
Web application security testing is the process of evaluating a web application to identify security vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and misconfigurations that could be exploited by attackers. It uses a combination of manual and automated techniques to assess risks, reduce attack surface, and help organisations prevent data breaches and maintain customer trust.
What are the three types of security tests?
The three primary types of web application security tests are Black Box Testing (no prior knowledge — simulates an external attacker), Grey Box Testing (partial knowledge — tests authenticated user scenarios), and White Box Testing (full knowledge — includes source code review and architecture analysis for maximum depth).
How long does an application security test take?
The duration depends on the scope and complexity of the application. A standard web application VAPT typically takes 3–7 business days for testing, with the detailed report delivered within 48 hours of assessment completion. Large enterprise applications or complex API-heavy platforms may require 10–15 days for comprehensive coverage.
What is the duration of performing VAPT?
VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing) typically takes 3 to 15 business days depending on the size of the application, the number of modules, API endpoints, and the depth of testing required. Our team provides a clear timeline during the scoping call before engagement begins.
What is the approach for web application security testing?
Our approach follows a structured five-phase methodology: (1) Reconnaissance & Information Gathering, (2) Vulnerability Scanning & Assessment, (3) Exploitation & Impact Analysis, (4) Post-Exploitation Analysis, and (5) Detailed Reporting with Remediation Guidance. This is fully aligned with OWASP WSTG v4.2 and industry best practices.
Will our application remain available during testing?
Yes. Our security assessments are conducted in a controlled manner with no service disruption. Testing is coordinated with your team during agreed windows, and all activities stay within the approved scope defined in the rules of engagement document. We never perform destructive actions without explicit written consent.

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