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# Top 100 Web Vulnerabilities Reference ## Purpose Provide a comprehensive, structured reference for the 100 most critical web application vulnerabilities organized by category. This skill enables systematic vulnerability identification, impact assessment, and remediation guidance across the full spectrum of web security threats. Content organized into 15 major vulnerability categories aligned with industry standards and real-world attack patterns. ## Prerequisites - Basic understanding of web application architecture (client-server model, HTTP protocol) - Familiarity with common web technologies (HTML, JavaScript, SQL, XML, APIs) - Understanding of authentication and authorization concepts - Access to web application security testing tools (Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP) - Knowledge of secure coding principles recommended ## Outputs and Deliverables - Complete vulnerability catalog with definitions, root causes, impacts, and mitigations - Category-based vulnerability groupings for systematic assessment - Quick reference for security testing and remediation - Foundation for vulnerability assessment checklists and security policies --- ## Core Workflow ### Phase 1: Injection Vulnerabilities Assessment Evaluate injection attack vectors targeting data processing components: **SQL Injection (1)** - Definition: Malicious SQL code inserted into input fields to manipulate database queries - Root Cause: Lack of input validation, improper use of parameterized queries - Impact: Unau