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Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP)

2 Courses
2 Hours
Skill IQ

Learn how to scan, test and write automation scripts for web applications with Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP). ZAP is a free, open-source penetration testing tool designed specifically for testing web applications and is both flexible and extensible.

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What You'll Learn
  • ##What you will learn:
  • Installing and setting up your ZAP environment
  • Getting started with initial scans and vulnerability findings
  • Automating and more in-depth scanning
  • Writing custom scripts for advanced scans
Prerequisites
  • Working knowledge of common web application vulnerabilities
Related topics
  • web application penetration testing
  • pentesting
  • web application security
  • Zed Attack Proxy
  • ZAP
  • OWASP Top 10
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