What is SQL Injection?


Summary

The video dives into the concept of SQL injection, a prevalent and hazardous technique employed by hackers to compromise websites. By exploiting vulnerabilities in an application's code, hackers can bypass authentication using specially crafted input like passwords. The demonstration of launching SQL injection attacks underscores the critical importance of safeguarding against such security threats on websites.


Introduction to SQL Injection

Explanation of what SQL injection is and its significance as a common and dangerous method used by hackers to attack websites.

Interaction with Vulnerable Application

Attempting to hack a vulnerable application by guessing the password and observing the outcome, leading to the discovery of a sequel syntax error.

Discovering Vulnerability

Identifying a vulnerability in the application code caused by an unexpected error resulting from a sequel syntax error.

Potential Exploitation

Understanding how a specified crafted password can exploit the vulnerability, enabling access to the application without authentication.

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