Bug Hunting Expert

Step into the world of cybersecurity with the Bug Hunting Expert (BHE) course. This hands-on program trains you to discover and exploit vulnerabilities in modern web applications—transforming security weaknesses into fortified strengths. Learn the art and science of ethical bug hunting, get familiar with real-world tools, and become proficient in reporting flaws through leading bug bounty platforms.

Duration: 3 Months | Skill Level: Intermediate Format: Online / Hybrid | Certification: Industry-Recognized Certificate

What You’ll Learn in Each Module

Each module below is structured to progressively build your expertise. From foundational networking knowledge to advanced bug bounty skills, this course is packed with essential tools and real-world applications.

Module 1: Techniques for Testing Web Applications

Introduction to Web App Testing
OWASP Top 10 & SANS Top 25
Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE)
Introduction to Bugcrowd, HackerOne & Bounty Platforms
Lab Setup for Bug Hunting and Pentesting

Module 2: Essential Reconnaissance Methods for Bug Hunters

Understanding Bug Bounty Program Structure
Manual Subdomain Enumeration & Analysis
Automated Recon with Bash Scripting
Active vs Passive Recon Techniques
Identifying Technologies & Frameworks
Sensitive Endpoints Discovery
Hidden Directories & Information Gathering

Module 3: Burp Suite for Web Application Pentesters

Burp Suite Setup and Configuration
Spidering & Scanning Techniques
Manual Analysis of Vulnerabilities
Exploiting with Burp Tools (Intruder, Repeater, Decoder)
Customized Attacks and Automation in Burp

Module 4: Exploiting Traditional Web Application Vulnerabilities

Broken Authentication Techniques
Bypassing 2FA and OAuth Issues
Session Management Flaws
Password Reset Token Vulnerabilities
Parameter Tampering Techniques

Module 5: Access Control & Privilege Escalation

Authorization Bypass Methods
IDOR (Insecure Direct Object Reference)
User Impersonation & Privilege Escalation (Vertical/Horizontal)
Access Control Vulnerabilities in Multi-Step Workflows

Module 6: Injection Flaws on Web Applications

OS Command, SQL, XSS, and Host Header Injection
Advanced Injections: CSV, XXE, LDAP, SMTP, SSI, SSTI, RCE
Identifying Injection Points in Applications

Module 7: Vulnerabilities in Modern Web Applications

Directory Traversal & Remote File Inclusion
Unrestricted File Uploads
CSRF & SSRF Attacks
Missing Rate Limiting Exploits

Module 8: Security Misconfigurations

Weak Password Policies
Default Account Settings
Web & Cloud Misconfiguration
Improper Logging and Deprecated Protocols
Insecure Data Handling & Validation

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Perform advanced web app security testing using real-world methods
Discover, exploit, and report critical vulnerabilities
Master Burp Suite for manual and automated bug hunting
Understand how to responsibly disclose bugs to platforms like HackerOne
Build recon workflows using scripting and automation
Gain practical experience in modern web vulnerability types and defenses

Tools & Technologies Covered

Who Should Enroll

For future-ready leaders seeking strategic and technical cybersecurity mastery

Aspiring Bug Bounty Hunters

Learn how to find, exploit, and report real-world web vulnerabilities.

Web Security Enthusiasts

Master the OWASP Top 10 and discover modern application flaws.

Pentesters & Ethical Hackers

Refine your skills in recon, injections, and privilege escalation.

Developers & QA Engineers

Understand how bugs are discovered to build more secure applications.

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