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Phase 1: Preparation & Scoping

Before interacting with the target, you must define the boundaries to protect the client’s production environment.

  1. Rules of Engagement (RoE): Obtain written authorization. Define what is "in-scope" (the web portal) and "out-of-scope" (e.g., DoS attacks, physical testing, or specific backend server infrastructure).

  2. Environment Setup: Define if you are testing the Production environment (requires extreme caution) or a Staging/UAT clone (recommended).

Phase 2: Reconnaissance & Enumeration

  1. Footprinting: Use tools like nslookup or dig to find server IP addresses.

  2. Service Discovery: Use nmap -sV -T4 tmakai.technomak.com to identify open ports (80, 443) and server technologies (e.g., Apache, Nginx, IIS).

  3. Directory Brute-forcing: Use Dirb or Gobuster to find hidden directories (e.g., /admin, /config, /backup) that might contain sensitive files.

Phase 3: Vulnerability Assessment & Exploitation

Using the methodology outlined in your TCG reference document, perform the following:

  • Authentication Testing: Test for weak password policies and session management flaws.

  • Input Validation: Test every form (login, search, document upload) for SQL Injection and XSS using Burp Suite.

  • Access Control: Attempt to access documents or admin functions while authenticated as a low-privilege user to test for IDOR (Insecure Direct Object Reference).

Phase 4: Reporting & Remediation

Compile your findings using the structure we established previously. Ensure every finding includes:

  • CWE Reference: Categorize the vulnerability (e.g., CWE-285, CWE-89).

  • Proof of Concept (PoC): Step-by-step instructions for the developers to reproduce the issue.

  • Mitigation Strategy: Clear technical guidance on how to fix the flaw.

Immediate Next Steps for your Team:

  1. Passive Scan: Start by running a passive scan with Burp Suite to observe traffic without altering the application state.

  2. Baseline Audit: Verify the basic security headers (HSTS, X-Frame-Options) and SSL/TLS certificate validity.

  3. Client Kickoff: Schedule a meeting to confirm the testing window (ideally off-peak hours) and identify the primary technical contact at Technomak who can intervene if the application stops responding.

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