Find Secrets in Hidden Directories Using Fuzzing ️
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Summary
Hidden directories on websites can contain sensitive data like API keys, backups, and misconfigured files which can be exploited, and therefore are a target for hackers.
Fuzzing is a technique used to discover these directories by systematically inserting random data into an application to identify vulnerabilities.
This can be done using freely available automated tools, or manually by attempting to bypass security checks using SQL injection or cross-site scripting.
A significant number of websites today are vulnerable to such attacks, owing to misconfigured or outdated plugins and themes.
A proactive security approach involving frequent audits and continuous monitoring should be adopted to identify and rectify such issues.