WEB-300: Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation
Explore the OffSec OSWE: Advanced web attacks and exploitation (WEB-300)
Master advanced web application hacking techniques and earn the prestigious OSWE certification.
Key features & benefits
100+ hands-on labs focused on real-world web application vulnerabilities
Learn advanced web exploitation techniques used by professional penetration testers
Build expertise in source code analysis and custom exploit development
Prepare for the OSWE certification, one of the most prestigious offensive security credentials
Gain practical, job-ready skills for advanced red teaming and web app security testing
Stay ahead with up-to-date content reflecting the latest web technologies and attack vectors
Course outline
Select a module to explore detailed content:
Module 01
JavaScript prototype pollution
JavaScript prototype pollution
Understand how attackers can manipulate JavaScript’s inheritance model to inject malicious data, compromise logic, and execute code remotely in your web applications
Module 02
Advanced server-side request forgery (SSRF)
Advanced server-side request forgery (SSRF)
Bypass filters, access internal resources, and exploit complex application architectures through SSRF vulnerabilities
Module 03
Web security tools and methodologies
Web security tools and methodologies
Master web security tools and methodologies like: fuzzing, static analysis, dynamic analysis, and manual code review
Module 04
Source code analysis
Source code analysis
Analyze source code and parse application logic to identify potential attack vectors and security vulnerabilities
Module 05
Persistent cross-site scripting
Persistent cross-site scripting
See how attackers store malicious code on web servers to launch persistent XSS attacks on multiple users over time.
Module 06
Session hijacking
Session hijacking
Understand how attackers take over user sessions to gain access to sensitive data and functionality.
Module 07
.NET deserialization
.NET deserialization
Identify the ways attackers can exploit vulnerabilities caused by deserialization in .NET applications.
Module 08
Remote code execution
Remote code execution
Explore the techniques attackers use to execute system-compromising code on targeted web servers.
Module 09
Blind SQL injection
Blind SQL injection
Use different techniques to exploit SQL injection vulnerabilities to compromise databases without direct application feedback.
Module 10
Data exfiltration
Data exfiltration
Understand how attackers use SQL injection, XXE attacks, and compromised file uploads to extract sensitive data from web applications
Module 11
Bypassing file upload restrictions and file extension filters
Bypassing file upload restrictions and file extension filters
Understand how attackers can bypass security mechanisms designed to prevent malicious files from being uploaded
Module 12
PHP type juggling with loose comparisons
PHP type juggling with loose comparisons
Learn how to exploit type juggling and loose comparison behaviors in PHP to bypass authentication to perform malicious actions.
Module 12
PostgreSQL extension and user-defined functions
PostgreSQL extension and user-defined functions
Learn how attackers can access private data, execute commands, and establish persistent backdoors by leveraging PostgreSQL extensions and userdefined functions.
Module 13
Bypassing REGEX restrictions
Bypassing REGEX restrictions
Evade regex-based input validations to inject malicious payloads into web applications.
Module 14
Magic hashes
Magic hashes
Bypass authentication mechanisms and perform unauthorized actions by exploiting magic hashes in PHP applications.
Module 15
Bypassing character restrictions
Bypassing character restrictions
Explore the techniques attackers use to bypass character restrictions in web applications in order to inject malicious payloads and manipulate application behavior.
Module 16
UDF Reverse shells
UDF Reverse shells
Learn how attackers can leverage user-defined functions to create reverse shells in order to access underlying operating systems.
Module 17
PostgreSQL large objects
PostgreSQL large objects
Learn how attackers store/execute malicious code and exfiltrate sensitive data by abusing large objects in PostgreSQL databases.
Module 18
DOM-based cross-site scripting (Black Box)
DOM-based cross-site scripting (Black Box)
Learn how the browsers Document Object Model (DOM) can be manipulated to execute malicious JavaScript code in web applications without direct serverside interaction.
Module 19
Server-side template injection
Server-side template injection
Identify and exploit vulnerabilities in server-side templates in order to execute remote code, disclose information, or escalate privileges.
Module 20
Weak random token generation
Weak random token generation
Understand the risks associated with poorly implemented random token generation in web applications and how attackers can exploit them or compromise user sessions.
Module 21
XML external entity injection
XML external entity injection
Discover the ways attackers can exploit XML parser weaknesses to access files, execute commands, or perform DDoS attacks, and how to prevent XXE vulnerabilities in your web applications.
Module 22
RCE via database functions
RCE via database functions
Learn how vulnerabilities in database functions can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on the server to compromise your web applications.
Module 23
OS command injection via webSockets (Black box)
OS command injection via webSockets (Black box)
Identify and mitigate WebSocket vulnerabilities that can be used to inject operating system commands to gain control of underlying servers.
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Training prerequisites
Core knowledge
Strong understanding of web application technologies, including HTTP, HTTPS, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Familiarity with common web vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, XSS, and authentication flaws. Basic knowledge of networking concepts like TCP/IP, DNS, and common network services.
Technical skills
Experience with Linux systems, including: Command-line navigation and scripting basics. Managing file systems, permissions, and processes. Installing and configuring software packages
Familiarity with Windows environments and basic administration tasks.
Ability to use essential security and troubleshooting tools such as: curl, nmap, Burp Suite, netcat, ping, and traceroute.
Recommended Experience
1–2 years of experience in penetration testing, application development, or cybersecurity.
Completion of a foundational security course like SEC-100: Cybersecurity Essentials or equivalent self-study.
Prior experience with basic web app testing tools and scripting/programming knowledge (e.g., Python or JavaScript) is highly beneficial.
Training & register details
TRAINING OVERVIEW
WEB-300: Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation
Empower your team with advanced web application exploitation skills through the prestigious OSWE certification.
Duration: 105h of content
Format: IOnline
Level: Advanced
Language: English
Exam: online
HOW TO REGISTER
1. Submit your application
Fill out a quick application to show your interest in the WEB-300: Advanced Web Attacks and Exploitation course.
2. Intro call
We’ll schedule a short call to discuss your current experience, web security skills, and career goals.
3. Confirm your spot
Once accepted, complete the enrolment process and receive detailed information and licence code.
4. Start learning
Gain access to the WEB-300 learning platform, dive into advanced labs, and practice real-world web exploitation techniques.
5. Join the community
Connect with other cybersecurity professionals and mentors through exclusive chats, events, and networking opportunities.
Who is OSWE for?
Aspiring web security experts
Take your web application testing skills to the next level with hands-on, real-world exploitation training. Advance your career and earn the prestigious OSWE certification.
Teams & Enterprises
Empower your security teams to identify, analyze, and exploit complex web vulnerabilities, boosting your organization’s defensive capabilities.
Government & Defense
Trusted by agencies and defense sectors worldwide to develop elite specialists in advanced web application security and exploitation.
Educators & Trainers
Enhance your curriculum with practical, lab-driven content, providing students with advanced skills in secure web development and testing.
FAQ
What is the OSWE certification?
The OffSec Web Expert (OSWE) is a prestigious certification that proves advanced skills in web application exploitation and secure code analysis. It validates your ability to identify complex vulnerabilities, develop custom exploits, and test applications in real-world scenarios.
How is the OSWE exam structured?
The OSWE exam is a 48-hour hands-on test.
You must identify and exploit vulnerabilities in web applications, then submit a professional penetration test report demonstrating your findings and methodology.
Why is OSWE highly respected?
OSWE certification is recognized globally because it is 100% practical.
It demonstrates that you can handle complex, real-world challenges, making you a valuable asset to employers and organizations worldwide.
What roles can I pursue after earning OSWE?
With OSWE certification, you can advance into roles such as:
Senior Web Application Penetration Tester
Web Exploitation Specialist
Application Security Engineer
Red Team Specialist
Secure Software Development Consultant