Original Post: How SQL Injection can lead to source code disclosure and system file reading | by Maulik Lakhani | Aug, 2024
The article explains that SQL injection attacks can do more than exploit databases—they can also expose source code and read file contents on the server. It provides examples of SQL injection attacks that reveal source code using LOAD_FILE(), read critical system files, and even deploy a web shell through writable directories. To defend against these threats, the article recommends using secure coding practices like parameterized queries and ORMs in Python and Node.js. These techniques treat user inputs as data and prevent them from being executed as code. Mitigation strategies also include strict input validation and using ORMs to abstract and protect SQL operations.
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