Owasp Zap For Beginners: Master Web Security Testing

Learn Web Application Security Testing with OWASP ZAP – Hands-on & Beginner-Friendly

What you'll learn

Introduction to OWASP ZAP – Understand the basics, installation, and setup of OWASP ZAP for security testing.

Intercepting & Analyzing Web Requests – Learn how to capture, modify, and inspect HTTP/S traffic for vulnerabilities.

Automated & Manual Security Scanning – Perform active and passive scans to detect security issues in web applications.

Exploiting & Reporting Vulnerabilities – Identify common web vulnerabilities (like XSS & SQL Injection) and generate professional security reports.

Requirements

Basic Understanding of Web Applications – Familiarity with how websites work (HTML, JavaScript, HTTP requests) is helpful but not mandatory.

A Computer with Internet Access – Students will need a Windows, macOS, or Linux system to install and use OWASP ZAP.

Description

OWASP ZAP for Beginners: Master Web Security TestingLearn How to Secure Web Applications Using OWASP ZAP – A Beginner-Friendly, Hands-on Approach!Are you interested in web security testing but don’t know where to start? Do you want to learn how to find and fix vulnerabilities in web applications? This course is designed for beginners who want to master OWASP ZAP, one of the most powerful open-source security tools used by penetration testers and developers worldwide.What You Will Learn:Install and set up OWASP ZAP on WindowsIntercept and analyze HTTP/S traffic for security vulnerabilitiesPerform passive and active security scans to detect weaknessesIdentify and exploit common web vulnerabilities like XSS, SQL Injection, and moreGenerate detailed security reports for auditing and complianceBest practices for web application security and ethical hackingWhy Take This Course?Beginner-Friendly – No prior cybersecurity experience neededHands-On Training – Real-world examples and step-by-step demonstrationsEssential for Developers, Testers, & Security EnthusiastsPractical Knowledge – Learn how to apply security testing in real projectsWho Is This Course For? Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals & Ethical Hackers Web Developers & QA Testers who want to secure their applications Bug Bounty Hunters & Penetration Testers looking to expand their skills Students & Enthusiasts interested in web security and ethical hackingRequirements:Basic understanding of web applications (HTML, JavaScript, HTTP is helpful)A computer with internet access (Windows, macOS, or Linux) Willingness to learn and experiment with security toolsBy the end of this course, you’ll have a solid foundation in web security testing using OWASP ZAP, enabling you to detect and prevent security flaws in web applications. Enroll now and start your journey into web application security testing!

Overview

Section 1: Getting Started with OWASP ZAP: Mastering Web Security Testing

Lecture 1 Introduction to OWASP ZAP: Web Security Testing

Lecture 2 Install and Launch OWASP ZAP

Lecture 3 OWASP ZAP Overview: Introduction & Key Features Explained

Lecture 4 Generating & Importing Dynamic SSL Certificates in OWASP ZAP

Lecture 5 Automated Scanning with OWASP ZAP: Step-by-Step Guide & Best Practices

Lecture 6 Persistent Session Management in OWASP ZAP: Step-by-Step Guide

Lecture 7 Manual Exploration & Active Scanning in OWASP ZAP: Step-by-Step Guide

Lecture 8 API Security Testing with OWASP ZAP: Complete Guide & Best Practices

Lecture 9 Mastering Scan Policy Manager in OWASP ZAP: Comprehensive Guide

Lecture 10 Understanding Contexts, Scope & Modes in OWASP ZAP: Complete Guide

Lecture 11 Fuzzing, SQL Injection & XSS Attacks Explained in OWASP ZAP

Lecture 12 Form-Based Authentication in OWASP ZAP: Complete Guide

Lecture 13 Mastering the OWASP ZAP HUD for Effective Security Testing

Lecture 14 Installing & Managing Add-Ons in OWASP ZAP: Beginner's Guide

Lecture 15 Exploring Hidden Resources with OWASP ZAP Forced Browsing

Lecture 16 Automating Security Testing with the OWASP ZAP Framework

Beginners in Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking,Web Developers & QA Testers,Bug Bounty Hunters & Penetration Testers,Students & Tech Enthusiasts