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Cybersecurity Specialist Angelo Gueta recently discovered three unique bugs in SpaceX systems, including one high-severity and two low-severity issues. He is currently awaiting his reward or, as he humorously puts it, a rocket heading straight to his house. The bugs were related to business logic vulnerabilities, a critical area in cybersecurity that often leads to significant exploits if not addressed.
You Should Know:
When dealing with business logic vulnerabilities, it’s essential to understand how attackers can manipulate application workflows to their advantage. Below are some practical commands and tools to help you identify and mitigate such vulnerabilities.
Linux Commands for Cybersecurity:
- Nmap – Network scanning to identify open ports and services:
nmap -sV -p 1-65535 target_ip
- Netcat – Network utility for reading from and writing to network connections:
nc -zv target_ip 1-1000
3. Tcpdump – Packet analyzer for network traffic:
tcpdump -i eth0 -n 'tcp port 80'
4. Grep – Search for specific patterns in files or outputs:
grep -r "password" /var/www/html
5. Nikto – Web server vulnerability scanner:
nikto -h http://target_ip
Windows Commands for Cybersecurity:
1. Netstat – Display active connections:
netstat -an
2. Tasklist – List running processes:
tasklist /svc
3. Ping – Check network connectivity:
ping target_ip
4. Nslookup – Query DNS records:
nslookup example.com
5. Windows Defender Scan – Run a quick malware scan:
MpCmdRun.exe -Scan -ScanType 1
Tools for Business Logic Testing:
- Burp Suite – Intercept and manipulate HTTP requests:
- Use the Repeater tool to test business logic flaws.
- OWASP ZAP – Open-source web application security scanner:
- Automated scanning for logic vulnerabilities.
- Postman – API testing tool to manipulate endpoints:
– Test for improper access controls or data exposure.
What Undercode Say:
Business logic vulnerabilities are often overlooked but can lead to severe consequences, such as unauthorized access or data breaches. Tools like Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP are invaluable for identifying these flaws. Always ensure thorough testing of application workflows, especially in critical systems like those used by SpaceX. Combining automated tools with manual testing provides the best defense against such vulnerabilities. For further reading, check out OWASP’s guide on business logic vulnerabilities. Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure!
References:
Reported By: Angelo Gueta – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
