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The CAPIE (Certified API Exploitation) course is set to launch on the 27th, with live lessons starting next Friday. This entry-level, affordable API hacking certification offers hands-on training in API security and penetration testing.
You Should Know:
1. Essential API Testing Tools
To follow along with CAPIE, familiarize yourself with these tools:
- Postman – For API requests and testing:
Install Postman on Linux sudo snap install postman
- Burp Suite – For intercepting and manipulating API requests:
Start Burp Suite (Community Edition) java -jar burpsuite_community.jar
- OWASP ZAP – Automated API security scanner:
Install OWASP ZAP on Linux sudo apt install zaproxy
2. Common API Attacks to Practice
- Injection Attacks:
SQL Injection via API curl -X GET "http://example.com/api/user?id=1' OR '1'='1"
- Broken Authentication:
Brute-forcing API endpoints hydra -l admin -P passwords.txt target.com POST "/api/login"
- Excessive Data Exposure:
Testing for data leaks in API responses curl -X GET "http://example.com/api/profile" | jq
3. Setting Up a Test API Lab
Use Docker to deploy vulnerable APIs for practice:
Run a vulnerable API lab docker run -d -p 8000:8000 vulnapi/weak-api
4. Automating API Security Tests
Run Nmap to discover API endpoints:
nmap -sV --script=http-enum target.com
5. CAPIE Course Focus Areas
- API reconnaissance
- Exploiting misconfigurations
- JWT & OAuth vulnerabilities
- Rate-limiting bypass techniques
What Undercode Say
API security is critical in modern web apps. Mastering tools like Burp Suite, Postman, and OWASP ZAP is essential. Practice attacks like SQLi, JWT cracking, and IDOR in a controlled lab. CAPIE’s structured approach will help beginners enter API hacking efficiently.
Expected Output:
- Course Link: CAPIE API Hacking Certificate
- Key Commands: Postman, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Hydra, Nmap, Docker
- Attack Techniques: Injection, Broken Auth, Data Exposure, JWT Exploits
References:
Reported By: Wesley Thijs – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
