web-security-testing
Web application security testing workflow for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection, XSS, authentication flaws, and access control issues.
Best use case
web-security-testing is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Web application security testing workflow for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection, XSS, authentication flaws, and access control issues.
Web application security testing workflow for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection, XSS, authentication flaws, and access control issues.
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "web-security-testing" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Web application security testing workflow for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection, XSS, authentication flaws, and access control issues.
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/web-security-testing/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How web-security-testing Compares
| Feature / Agent | web-security-testing | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Web application security testing workflow for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection, XSS, authentication flaws, and access control issues.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Web Security Testing Workflow ## Overview Specialized workflow for testing web applications against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including injection attacks, XSS, broken authentication, and access control issues. ## When to Use This Workflow Use this workflow when: - Testing web application security - Performing OWASP Top 10 assessment - Conducting penetration tests - Validating security controls - Bug bounty hunting ## Workflow Phases ### Phase 1: Reconnaissance #### Skills to Invoke - `scanning-tools` - Security scanning - `top-web-vulnerabilities` - OWASP knowledge #### Actions 1. Map application surface 2. Identify technologies 3. Discover endpoints 4. Find subdomains 5. Document findings #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @scanning-tools to perform web application reconnaissance ``` ### Phase 2: Injection Testing #### Skills to Invoke - `sql-injection-testing` - SQL injection - `sqlmap-database-pentesting` - SQLMap #### Actions 1. Test SQL injection 2. Test NoSQL injection 3. Test command injection 4. Test LDAP injection 5. Document vulnerabilities #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @sql-injection-testing to test for SQL injection ``` ``` Use @sqlmap-database-pentesting to automate SQL injection testing ``` ### Phase 3: XSS Testing #### Skills to Invoke - `xss-html-injection` - XSS testing - `html-injection-testing` - HTML injection #### Actions 1. Test reflected XSS 2. Test stored XSS 3. Test DOM-based XSS 4. Test XSS filters 5. Document findings #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @xss-html-injection to test for cross-site scripting ``` ### Phase 4: Authentication Testing #### Skills to Invoke - `broken-authentication` - Authentication testing #### Actions 1. Test credential stuffing 2. Test brute force protection 3. Test session management 4. Test password policies 5. Test MFA implementation #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @broken-authentication to test authentication security ``` ### Phase 5: Access Control Testing #### Skills to Invoke - `idor-testing` - IDOR testing - `file-path-traversal` - Path traversal #### Actions 1. Test vertical privilege escalation 2. Test horizontal privilege escalation 3. Test IDOR vulnerabilities 4. Test directory traversal 5. Test unauthorized access #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @idor-testing to test for insecure direct object references ``` ``` Use @file-path-traversal to test for path traversal ``` ### Phase 6: Security Headers #### Skills to Invoke - `api-security-best-practices` - Security headers #### Actions 1. Check CSP implementation 2. Verify HSTS configuration 3. Test X-Frame-Options 4. Check X-Content-Type-Options 5. Verify referrer policy #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @api-security-best-practices to audit security headers ``` ### Phase 7: Reporting #### Skills to Invoke - `reporting-standards` - Security reporting #### Actions 1. Document vulnerabilities 2. Assess risk levels 3. Provide remediation 4. Create proof of concept 5. Generate report #### Copy-Paste Prompts ``` Use @reporting-standards to create security report ``` ## OWASP Top 10 Checklist - [ ] A01: Broken Access Control - [ ] A02: Cryptographic Failures - [ ] A03: Injection - [ ] A04: Insecure Design - [ ] A05: Security Misconfiguration - [ ] A06: Vulnerable Components - [ ] A07: Authentication Failures - [ ] A08: Software/Data Integrity - [ ] A09: Logging/Monitoring - [ ] A10: SSRF ## Quality Gates - [ ] All OWASP Top 10 tested - [ ] Vulnerabilities documented - [ ] Proof of concepts captured - [ ] Remediation provided - [ ] Report generated ## Related Workflow Bundles - `security-audit` - Security auditing - `api-security-testing` - API security - `wordpress-security` - WordPress security
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