️ Top Tools Used for Bug Hunting

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Bug hunting is a thrilling game of hide-and-seek where security researchers uncover vulnerabilities before hackers do! 🚀 Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, having the right tools in your arsenal can make all the difference. Here are some of the top tools every bug hunter should know:

The Swiss Army knife for web security testing! Burp Suite helps intercept, modify, and analyze HTTP requests. Bonus: Use extensions like Autorize and Param Miner for better results!

🌐 Get it: https://portswigger.net/burp

Want to map out your target’s network? Nmap scans open ports, services, and vulnerabilities in seconds! 🔥 Use NSE (Nmap Scripting Engine) to automate recon.

📥 Get it: https://nmap.org

Subdomains often hide forgotten assets — goldmines for bug hunters! Use Subfinder and Amass to uncover them. Combine with Shodan for deeper recon.

🔗 Get it:

Subfinder: https://github.com/projectdiscovery/subfinderAmass: https://github.com/OWASP/Amass

Hidden directories = hidden treasures! 🏆 FFUF and Dirsearch brute-force directories & files to find sensitive data (like admin panels or exposed APIs).

⚡ Get it:

FFUF: https://github.com/ffuf/ffufDirsearch: https://github.com/maurosoria/dirsearch

Finding XSS manually is time-consuming. XSSHunter automates tracking blind XSS, while Dalfox is perfect for scanning reflected/stored XSS.

🔗 Get it:

Dalfox: https://github.com/hahwul/dalfoxXSS Hunter: https://xsshunter.com

Automate SQL injection attacks like a pro! 🐱‍💻 SQLmap detects and exploits database vulnerabilities, extracting data in minutes!

💾 Get it: https://sqlmap.org

Decode, encode, and manipulate data effortlessly. CyberChef is the ultimate tool for hashing, encoding, and reversing payloads.

🍳 Try it: https://gchq.github.io/CyberChef

JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) are often misconfigured. Use JWT Tool or JWT Cracker to find weak secrets and break authentication mechanisms.

🔓 Get it: https://github.com/ticarpi/jwt_tool

Bug hunting is all about smart recon, automation, and creativity! 🎯 Combine these tools with your skills, and you’ll be on your way to finding high-impact vulnerabilities. Ready to hunt? 🏹💰

💬 What’s your favorite bug hunting tool? Drop it in the comments! 👇

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