HyperSecure Methodology

Web Application Security Testing

Protect your web applications from cyber threats with ITSEC's comprehensive penetration testing and vulnerability assessment services. OWASP Top 10 coverage with UAE regulatory compliance mapping.

500+

Web Apps Tested

5,000+

Vulnerabilities Found

100%

OWASP Coverage

24hrs

Critical Response

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🔒 https://target-app.com/api

Scanning

Endpoint Analysis

POST /api/auth/login

GET /api/users/profile

PUT /api/data/upload

DELETE /api/admin/users

🛡️ Security Findings 2 Issues

⚠️

Broken Authentication

/api/auth/login

Critical

🔓

Insecure File Upload

/api/data/upload

High

67%

Overview

What is Web Application Security?

Web Applications (WebApps) are critical touchpoints for your organization's connection to customers, partners, and suppliers. They drive customer engagement, revenue, and sales—but they're also prime targets for cybercriminals, accounting for a majority of reported security breaches.

Web Application Security is essential for safeguarding these vital digital assets. Regular security assessments, including penetration testing and VAPT, help protect your applications and organization from threats. As the primary attack vector for malicious entities, web applications are accessible 24/7, making them easy targets for hackers seeking access to confidential back-end data.

Regulatory Compliance

Data Protection

Business Continuity

24/7 Exposure

Web apps are always accessible to attackers

#1 Attack Vector

Most breaches target web applications

Data at Risk

Customer and business data exposure

Compliance

Meet UAE regulatory requirements

OWASP Top 10 2021

Complete Coverage of Critical Web Risks

Our testing methodology covers all OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities—the industry standard for web application security assessment.

A03

Broken Access Control

Restrictions on authenticated users are not properly enforced

Unauthorized access to sensitive data and admin functions

A03

Broken Access Control

Restrictions on authenticated users are not properly enforced

Exposure of passwords, credit cards, and personal data

A03

Injection

SQL, NoSQL, OS, and LDAP injection vulnerabilities

Data theft, corruption, or complete system compromise

A04

Insecure Design

Missing or ineffective security controls in application design

Fundamental security flaws that cannot be fixed by implementation

A05

Security Misconfiguration

Improperly configured permissions and security settings

Unauthorized access through default configurations

A06

Vulnerable Components

Using components with known vulnerabilities

Exploitation through outdated libraries and frameworks

A07

Authentication Failures

Broken authentication and session management

Account takeover and identity theft

A08

Software & Data Integrity

Failures related to code and infrastructure integrity

Malicious code injection and supply chain attacks

A09

Security Logging Failures

Insufficient logging and monitoring

Delayed breach detection and forensic gaps

A10

Server-Side Request Forgery

SSRF flaws when fetching remote resources

Internal network access and cloud metadata exposure

Testing Capabilities

Comprehensive Security Testing Coverage

Our expert team tests across all aspects of your web application security, from authentication to data protection.

Authentication & Authorization

Multi-factor authentication bypass testing

Session management vulnerabilities

OAuth/OpenID Connect security assessment

Role-based access control (RBAC) testing

Password policy and storage analysis

Single sign-on (SSO) security review

Input Validation & Injection

SQL injection (blind, error-based, time-based)

Cross-site scripting (XSS) - stored, reflected, DOM

Command injection and OS exploitation

LDAP and XML injection attacks

Template injection vulnerabilities

Header injection and HTTP response splitting

Business Logic Testing

Workflow bypass vulnerabilities

Price manipulation and discount abuse

Race condition exploitation

Transaction integrity testing

Data validation bypass

Privilege escalation scenarios

Client-Side Security

Cross-site request forgery (CSRF)

Clickjacking vulnerabilities

HTML5 security features testing

WebSocket security assessment

Local storage and cookie security

Content Security Policy (CSP) analysis

Data Protection

Sensitive data exposure testing

Encryption in transit and at rest

Data leakage through error messages

Backup and cache security

API response data filtering

PII handling compliance

Infrastructure & Configuration

Server hardening assessment

TLS/SSL configuration review

Security header implementation

File upload vulnerability testing

Directory traversal attacks

Information disclosure analysis

HyperSecure Methodology

Our Proven Testing Process

A structured approach that ensures comprehensive coverage while minimizing business disruption.

Reconnaissance & Discovery

Comprehensive application mapping and technology fingerprinting

Application architecture analysis

Technology stack identification

Entry point enumeration

User role mapping

Business logic understanding

Automated Scanning

Advanced automated vulnerability detection using enterprise tools

DAST scanning with Burp Suite Enterprise

Vulnerability signature matching

Configuration weakness detection

False positive filtering

Manual Penetration Testing

Expert-led testing for complex and logic-based vulnerabilities

OWASP Top 10 validation

Business logic flaw testing

Authentication bypass attempts

Privilege escalation testing

Data manipulation attacks

Exploitation & Impact

Controlled exploitation to demonstrate real-world attack scenarios

Proof-of-concept development

Attack chain creation

Data exfiltration simulation

Lateral movement testing

Impact assessment

Reporting & Remediation

Detailed findings with actionable remediation guidance

Executive summary preparation

Technical findings documentation

Risk scoring (CVSS)

Remediation prioritization

Developer-friendly fix guidance

UAE Compliance

Meet UAE Regulatory Requirements

Our testing maps directly to UAE regulatory frameworks, ensuring your applications meet local compliance requirements.

UAE Central Bank

CBUAE Cyber Security Framework

Web application security testing for financial institutions

Annual penetration testing

Secure SDLC

Vulnerability management

DFSA

Dubai Financial Services Authority

Technology governance for DIFC-regulated entities

Application security assessment

Third-party risk management

Incident response

VARA

Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority

Security requirements for virtual asset platforms

Platform security testing

Smart contract audits

Wallet security

ADGM

Abu Dhabi Global Market

Financial services technology requirements

System security testing

Data protection

Business continuity

PCI DSS

Payment Card Industry Standard

Security for payment processing applications

Web application firewall

Secure coding

Quarterly scans

ISO 27001

Information Security Management

International security standard compliance

Risk assessment

Control implementation

Continuous improvement

Why ITSEC

The ITSEC Advantage

What sets our web application security testing apart from the competition.

Expert Team

OSCP, OSCE, and CREST-certified penetration testers with 10+ years experience

Rapid Response

Same-day emergency testing available for critical business needs

Local Presence

UAE-based team with deep understanding of regional compliance requirements

Proven Results

500+ successful engagements with zero security incidents post-testing

Recent Success Story

Real Results for UAE Clients

CLIENT

Leading UAE Online Retailer

CHALLENGE

The client's e-commerce platform processing over AED 500M annually had not undergone security testing in 18 months. With a major expansion into Saudi Arabia planned, they needed to ensure their application was secure before launch.

SOLUTION

ITSEC conducted a comprehensive web application penetration test following our HyperSecure methodology, testing all customer-facing and admin functions across 200+ endpoints.

RESULTS ACHIEVED

23 critical vulnerabilities discovered and remediated

100% OWASP Top 10 coverage achieved

AED 50M potential fraud loss prevented

Zero security incidents post-remediation

"ITSEC's API security testing was incredibly thorough. They found critical BOLA vulnerabilities that would have exposed all our customer accounts. Their expertise in UAE banking regulations was invaluable."

— CTO, Major UAE E-Commerce Platform

Why Choose ITSEC

We deliver faster results, deeper UAE expertise, and stronger regulatory relationships than traditional security consultancies

Capability	ITSEC	Big 4 Firms	Local Startups
OWASP Top 10 Coverage	Complete	Partial	Basic
Business Logic Testing	Expert-led	Limited	Minimal
UAE Compliance Mapping	Full coverage	Generic	None
Turnaround Time	5-7 days	3-4 weeks	2-3 weeks
Emergency Testing	Same-day	Not available	Limited
Developer Support	Workshops included	Reports only	Basic guidance
Retest Coverage	Unlimited	Extra cost	One retest

15+ Years UAE Market Leadership

Unlike Big 4 consultancies with generic security practices or startup firms with limited track records, ITSEC specializes exclusively in cybersecurity for UAE regulated sectors. Our proven methodologies have secured $2B+ in digital assets and achieved 100% regulatory compliance success across VARA, Central Bank, and DFSA audits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about web application security testing in UAE

What is the difference between vulnerability scanning and penetration testing?

Vulnerability scanning is an automated process that identifies known vulnerabilities using signature databases. Penetration testing goes further by having security experts manually attempt to exploit vulnerabilities, test business logic, and simulate real-world attack scenarios. Our web application security assessments combine both approaches for comprehensive coverage.

How long does a web application security assessment take?

Duration depends on application complexity. Simple applications (up to 50 pages) typically require 5-7 business days. Complex applications with multiple user roles, extensive APIs, and business logic may require 2-4 weeks. We provide accurate timelines after an initial scoping call.

Will testing affect our production environment?

We design our testing methodology to minimize impact on production systems. For critical applications, we recommend testing on staging environments first. When production testing is required, we schedule intensive tests during low-traffic periods and coordinate closely with your team.

How do you handle sensitive data discovered during testing?

We follow strict data handling protocols. Any sensitive data encountered during testing is documented only as necessary to demonstrate impact, never extracted or stored. All testing data is securely deleted after the engagement, and we can sign additional NDAs if required.

What happens if you find a critical vulnerability?

Critical vulnerabilities are reported immediately to your designated security contact, not just in the final report. We provide emergency remediation guidance and can assist with temporary mitigations while permanent fixes are developed.

Do you provide support for fixing the vulnerabilities found?

Yes, our reports include detailed remediation guidance with code examples where applicable. Our Professional and Enterprise packages include developer workshops to help your team understand and fix vulnerabilities. We also offer remediation consulting as an add-on service.

How often should we conduct web application security testing?

We recommend testing annually at minimum, plus additional testing after major releases, significant code changes, or infrastructure modifications. Regulated industries often require more frequent testing. Our continuous testing programs provide ongoing security assurance for rapidly evolving applications.

Can you test applications built on any technology stack?

Yes, our team has expertise across all major web technologies including React, Angular, Vue, .NET, Java, Python, PHP, Ruby, Node.js, and more. We also test applications using modern architectures like microservices, serverless, and containerized deployments.

What compliance standards do you cover for web application testing in UAE?

Our testing maps to UAE Central Bank Cyber Security Framework, DFSA/ADGM technology risk guidelines, VARA platform security requirements, PCI DSS for payment applications, ISO 27001, and NESA compliance. Our reports include compliance mapping sections to help demonstrate regulatory due diligence.

What is included in your web application security report?

Our comprehensive report includes an executive summary for leadership, detailed technical findings with CVSS risk scores, proof-of-concept demonstrations, step-by-step remediation guidance with code examples, compliance mapping where applicable, and a prioritized action plan. We also provide a presentation walkthrough for your team.

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