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Open Redirect vulnerabilities are often overlooked in bug bounty programs, but they can be a gateway for phishing attacks, SSRF exploits, and even chained with other vulnerabilities for maximum impact. While some companies classify them as “low severity,” others reward generously — if you can prove real-world impact. This guide will teach you how to automate the discovery of open redirects using advanced, real-world techniques while keeping it beginner-friendly.
Open redirects occur when an application unsafely redirects users to a URL controlled by an attacker (e.g., https://victim.com/redirect?url=https://evil.com). Attackers abuse these to:
Launch convincing phishing campaigns (e.g., https://victim.com/redirect?url=https://evil.com/login).