Original Post: How do I transition from BlackBox pentesting to WhiteBox pentesting? | by AnarXploit | Aug, 2024
The article discusses two main types of penetration testing: BlackBox and WhiteBox. BlackBox Pentesting examines a system without prior knowledge to simulate an external attacker’s perspective, focusing on what an outsider can discover. WhiteBox Pentesting, in contrast, involves thorough testing with full access to internal details such as source code and architecture.
The author shares a recent experience with a BlackBox pentest task where they uncovered an exposed .git directory on a subdomain. Despite being denied credentials by the company, they managed to access the directory using directory fuzzing. This discovery led them to download the entire repository’s metadata and history, ultimately obtaining the source code.
Through analysis of the retrieved code, the author identified further vulnerabilities, including a reflected XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) vulnerability. This example underscores the importance of securing version control directories and the benefits of combining BlackBox and WhiteBox testing approaches to better identify and mitigate security risks.
The article emphasizes the necessity for robust security practices, continuous vigilance, and proactive measures to maintain the integrity and safety of applications.
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