Scanning HTTP Methods and Potential Risks

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HTTP methods like PUT and DELETE can be gold mines for attackers. In this video, we show how to scan for supported methods, detect security misconfigurations, and evaluate exposure. Learn how to use Nmap and NSE scripts to identify dangerous behavior.

  • Use Nmap scripts to detect allowed HTTP verbs

  • Identify risky or uncommon methods and their implications

  • Learn which methods lead to shell uploads, directory tampering, or data leaks