How to Get Started in Bug Hunting and Cyber Security

By HackMoN Ai / April 18, 2025

Every day, aspiring cyber security enthusiasts ask:

“How do I start in Cyber Security?”
“How to Get Started in Bug Hunting?”
“What tools should I use?”
“How do I handle duplicates in bug reports?”

This guide will help you kickstart your journey in bug hunting and ethical hacking with practical steps, tools, and commands.

You Should Know:

1. Essential Tools for Bug Hunting

Burp Suite: Intercept and analyze web traffic.
```
java -jar burpsuite_pro.jar
```
Nmap: Scan networks for vulnerabilities.
```
nmap -sV -A target.com
```
OWASP ZAP: Automated security testing tool.
```
zap.sh
```

SQLmap: Detect SQL injection flaws.

sqlmap -u "http://example.com/page?id=1" --dbs

2. Setting Up a Practice Lab

Use Kali Linux for penetration testing.

sudo apt update && sudo apt install kali-linux-default

Dockerized Vulnerable Apps (DVWA, OWASP Juice Shop):
```
docker run -d -p 80:80 vulnerables/web-dvwa
```

3. Common Bug Hunting Techniques

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS):
```
<script>alert('XSS')</script>
```

Broken Access Control: Test unauthorized access.

curl -X GET http://example.com/admin --user attacker:password

CSRF Exploitation:
```
</li>
</ul>

<form action="http://bank.com/transfer" method="POST">
<input type="hidden" name="amount" value="1000">
<input type="hidden" name="to" value="attacker_account">
</form>
```
4. Reporting Bugs Effectively
- Use Markdown templates for clear reports.
- Include:
- Steps to reproduce
- Screenshots/videos
- Impact analysis
What Undercode Say:

Bug hunting requires persistence, continuous learning, and hands-on practice. Start with CTF challenges (Hack The Box, TryHackMe) and contribute to open-source security projects. Always follow responsible disclosure and stay updated with:
– CVE databases (https://cve.mitre.org/)
– Bug bounty platforms (HackerOne, Bugcrowd)

Expected Output:

A structured bug hunting workflow with:
- Automated scans (nmap, zap)
- Manual exploitation (Burp, sqlmap)
- Clear reporting and ethical compliance.
Keep hacking! 🔥

References:

Reported By: Deepak Saini – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅

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