Web Application Security: Hacking and Patching

Maintaining a secure web presence is a critical skill for any developer or IT professional in today's digital landscape. This course provides a foundational look at how web applications are compromised and, more importantly, how to fix those weaknesses before they are exploited. You will gain a clear understanding of the relationship between offensive hacking techniques and defensive patching strategies. By exploring real-world scenarios on Linux systems, you will learn to think like an attacker to build more resilient software. What you'll learn: - Understand the mechanics of command injection and common web vulnerabilities - Explore security fundamentals within Linux and LAMP service environments - Identify how unauthorized access is gained and maintained on a system - Practice defensive coding using regular expressions for rigorous input validation - Apply modern security design patterns to eliminate injection risks - Integrate current industry best practices and security principles The course begins with essential terminology and the basics of web architecture before moving into specific vulnerability analysis and remediation steps. This structured approach ensures you build a solid theoretical foundation before applying security fixes. This course is designed for beginners interested in cybersecurity, system administration, or web development. No prior security experience is required to start learning. Start building more secure web applications today.