XASPRO was engaged to perform a web application penetration test against [Client Name]'s application. The assessment was conducted using manual testing techniques aligned with the OWASP Testing Guide and industry best practices.
This assessment identified several security vulnerabilities within the application, including one critical issue that could allow unauthorised database access and data extraction. A medium-severity input validation weakness was also discovered.
Immediate remediation is recommended to reduce risk exposure. Detailed findings and specific remediation steps are provided in this report.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application URL(s) | https://app.example.com |
| Testing Type | Grey-box (authenticated + unauthenticated) |
| Timeframe | [Start Date] — [End Date] |
| Environment | Staging (mirrors production) |
| Credentials Provided | Standard user + Admin user |
Testing was aligned with the following standards and frameworks:
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Burp Suite Professional | Web application proxy, scanning, and manual testing |
| SQLMap | SQL injection detection and exploitation |
| Nmap | Port scanning and service enumeration |
| Nuclei | Vulnerability scanning with custom templates |
| ffuf | Directory and endpoint discovery |
| Custom Scripts | Targeted testing and proof-of-concept development |
| ID | Vulnerability | Severity | CVSS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XASPRO-001 | SQL Injection in Login Endpoint | CRITICAL | 9.8 | Open |
| XASPRO-002 | Weak Input Validation | MEDIUM | 5.3 | Open |
Affected Endpoint: /login (POST)
CVSS Score: 9.8 (Critical)
CWE: CWE-89 (SQL Injection)
OWASP Category: A03:2021 — Injection
Authentication Required: No
The application is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the login endpoint. User-supplied input in the username parameter is concatenated directly into SQL queries without parameterisation or input sanitisation. This allows an attacker to manipulate database queries and extract sensitive data.
The above command successfully enumerated all database names, confirming the injection point.
Affected Endpoint: /search, /profile/update (POST)
CVSS Score: 5.3 (Medium)
CWE: CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation)
OWASP Category: A03:2021 — Injection
Authentication Required: Yes (standard user)
Multiple endpoints accept user input without adequate validation. While no direct injection was achieved beyond the login endpoint, the lack of input validation increases the attack surface and could lead to future vulnerabilities as the application evolves.
| Rating | CVSS Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL | 9.0 — 10.0 | Immediate exploitation possible. Significant data breach or system compromise likely. |
| HIGH | 7.0 — 8.9 | Significant impact. Exploitation requires minimal skill or access. |
| MEDIUM | 4.0 — 6.9 | Moderate risk. May require specific conditions or chaining with other vulnerabilities. |
| LOW | 0.1 — 3.9 | Limited impact. Informational or requires significant effort to exploit. |
| Priority | Finding | Action | Effort |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL | XASPRO-001 | Replace string concatenation with parameterised queries in login endpoint | 1-2 hours |
| MEDIUM | XASPRO-002 | Implement server-side input validation across all endpoints | 4-8 hours |
A follow-up assessment is recommended after remediation is applied to confirm all vulnerabilities have been properly resolved.
XASPRO includes a free retest with every engagement. Once your team has implemented the fixes, we will:
This report reflects the security posture of the application at the time of testing and within the defined scope. Security is an ongoing process — new vulnerabilities may emerge as the application evolves or new attack techniques are discovered.
This assessment does not guarantee the absence of all vulnerabilities. It represents a best-effort evaluation using manual testing techniques and industry-standard tools within the agreed timeframe.
All testing was conducted with explicit written authorisation from the client.
Test performed by: Rabington Chitima
We are available to support remediation and further testing.