Finding 0-Days in PHP Apps with Coverage-guided Fuzzing - What The PHUZZ?!

Overview

Discover how PHUZZ, an open-source prototype, enables coverage-guided fuzz testing for PHP web applications, outperforming popular scanners in detecting vulnerabilities and uncovering CVEs in WordPress plugins.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Coverage-guided Fuzzing
What is Fuzzing?
Types of Fuzzing Techniques
Introduction to Coverage-guided Fuzzing
• Overview of PHUZZ
What is PHUZZ?
Features of PHUZZ
How PHUZZ Differs from Other Fuzzers
• Setting Up the Environment
Required Tools and Software
Configuring PHUZZ for PHP Applications
Integrating PHUZZ with Existing Development Workflows
• Deep Dive into PHUZZ Architecture
Core Components of PHUZZ
How Coverage-guided Fuzzing Works in PHUZZ
Analyzing PHP Application Coverage
• Leveraging PHUZZ for Vulnerability Detection
Identifying Common Vulnerabilities in PHP Apps
Using PHUZZ for Real-world Vulnerability Discovery
Case Studies: CVEs Found in WordPress Plugins
• Comparing PHUZZ with Popular Vulnerability Scanners
Review of Traditional Scanners
Performance Benchmarking: PHUZZ vs Other Tools
Understanding the Advantages of PHUZZ
• Advanced PHUZZ Configuration
Fine-tuning Fuzzing Parameters
Customizing PHUZZ for Specific Applications
• Best Practices for Effective Fuzz Testing
Developing Robust Test Cases
Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Fuzzing
Documenting and Reporting Findings
• Hands-on Lab: Fuzzing a PHP Web Application
Setting Up a Target PHP Application
Running PHUZZ on the Application
Analyzing Results and Identifying Exploits
• Conclusion and Future Trends
Key Takeaways
Future Trends in Fuzz Testing and Vulnerability Detection
• Additional Resources
Recommended Reading and Tools
Joining the PHUZZ Community for Updates and Support

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Subjects

Programming