How to hack an API: A walkthrough Guest Katie Paxton-Fear

Get your FREE 2024 Cybersecurity Salary Guide: Watch the walkthrough here: Join us on Cyber Work Hacks as Katie Paxton-Fear, known as InsiderPhD, demonstrates how to hack APIs and uncover vulnerabilities in shopping apps. Paxton-Fear provides a visual walkthrough of common mistakes in API security, emphasizing problem-solving and creativity over technical skills. You'll learn how to use tools like Burp Suite and Repeater to exploit vulnerabilities, access personal information and make unauthorized transactions. Paxton-Fears' insights make API hacking an accessible entry point into cybersecurity, highlighting the path to becoming a bug bounty hunter. Plus, discover tips on starting your API hacking journey and utilizing Infosec resources to build a successful career in cybersecurity. Don't miss this comprehensive guide to API hacking! 00:00 - Introduction to API security 03:16 - Understanding APIs and their vulnerabilities 05:26 - Live API hacking demonstration 05:43 - Exploring Burp Suite and Repeater 08:28 - Identifying and exploiting API vulnerabilities 09:50 - Real-world API hacking examples 17:21 - Tools and tips for aspiring hackers 19:31 - Steps to start bug bounty hunting 22:23 - Conclusion – View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: About Infosec Infosec’s mission is to put people at the center of cybersecurity. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and phishing training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. More than 70% of the Fortune 500 have relied on Infosec Skills to develop their security talent, and more than 5 million learners worldwide are more cyber-resilient from Infosec IQ’s security awareness training. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.

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This episode is 23:46 long.

This episode was published on Jan 6, 2025.

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