Understanding when to use Python for web assessments
Python has several libraries that are very useful for executing web application assessments, but there are limitations. Python is best used for small automation components of web applications that cannot be simulated manually through a transparent proxy, such as Burp. What this means is that specific work streams that you find in applications may be generated on the fly and cannot be replicated easily through a transparent proxy. This is especially true if there are timing concerns. So, if you need to interact with the backend server using multiple request and response mechanisms, then Python may fit the bill.
Understanding when to use specific libraries
There are mainly five libraries that you ...
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