“Hack Smarter, Not Harder: Google Dorks for Fast Bug Hunting and Recon”

📋 Comprehensive Google Dork List for Bug Hunting

Basic Reconnaissance Dorks

Start with these general-purpose dorks to quickly gather information about a website.

Find Login Pages:

Discover Admin Panels:

Locate Signup Pages:

Searching for Exposed Sensitive Files

These dorks help you find files that may contain passwords, API keys, and other sensitive information.

Search for .env Files:

Locate Backup Files:

Find Database Dumps:

Finding Exposed Configuration Files

Misconfigured servers often expose configuration files containing sensitive data.

Apache Configuration Files:

Nginx Configuration Files:

PHP Configuration Files:

Discovering API Keys and Secrets

Exposed API keys can be a goldmine for bug hunters, allowing unauthorized access to services.

Search for API Keys in JavaScript Files:

AWS Access Keys:

Slack Webhooks:

Uncovering Error Messages and Debugging Information

Error messages can reveal server information, database errors, and possible vulnerabilities like SQL Injection.

Identify SQL Error Pages:

Look for PHP Errors:

ASP.NET Error Pages:

Exploring Directory Listings

Misconfigured servers may have directory listings enabled, exposing sensitive files.

Open Directories:

Backup Directories:

Log Files:

Finding Exposed Web Cameras and IoT Devices

Some devices are indexed by Google due to weak or default configurations.

Public Webcams:

Security Cameras:

Identifying XSS Vulnerabilities

XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) vulnerabilities can often be spotted by looking for specific patterns in URLs or error messages.

Search for XSS in URLs:

Look for XSS Alerts:

Discovering CMS-Specific Vulnerabilities

Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal are popular targets due to their widespread use.

WordPress Admin Pages:

Joomla Admin Login:

Drupal Configuration Files:

Advanced Dorks for Version Disclosure

Knowing the software version can help you identify specific vulnerabilities.

Detect WordPress Version:

Identify Joomla Version:

Find PHP Version:

Exposing Git and Other Sensitive Files

Version control files may be left exposed, revealing project details and potential secrets.

Exposed Git Directories:

Exposed .gitignore Files:

Shell Scripts:

Miscellaneous Useful Dorks

These dorks help in locating miscellaneous information that might aid in your reconnaissance.

Find Websites Using Django Framework:

Detect Websites Running on Laravel:

Search for Passwords in Public Files:

For even more Google Dorks, check out the Google Hacking Database (GHDB), which contains a comprehensive collection of dorks contributed by security researchers worldwide.

Final Tips and Precautions

While Google Dorking can be a powerful tool in bug hunting, it is important to use it ethically and responsibly. Here are some best practices:

Stay within Scope:

Only use Google Dorks for targets that are explicitly in scope for bug bounty programs.

Avoid Illegal Activities:

Unauthorized use of Google Dorking can lead to legal consequences. Always have permission.

Disclose Responsibly:

If you find sensitive information, report it responsibly through the appropriate channels.

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