Course Outline
Integrating Burp Suite Professional into the IT Audit Process
- The role of the tool in planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases
- Distinguishing between manual validation and automated scanning
- Establishing rules of engagement and testing authorization
Workspace Setup, Scope Definition, and Traffic Capture
- Configuring proxies, browsers, and TLS settings
- Defining scope rules and ensuring out-of-scope protection
- Managing project files and sessions for evidence preservation
Analyzing HTTP/HTTPS Traffic and Mapping Applications
- Examining request/response structures, headers, and cookies
- Utilizing site maps, content discovery, and identifying hidden endpoints
- Reviewing API and JSON traffic
Validating Security Configuration and Transport Controls
- Auditing header, cookie, and CORS configurations
- Reviewing TLS settings, HTTP methods, and error disclosure practices
- Comparing settings against agreed-upon configuration baselines
Testing Authentication Controls
- Evaluating login, MFA, and credential policy behaviors
- Testing session tokens, fixation, and logout processes
- Identifying weaknesses in Token and JWT validation
Testing Authorization and Access Controls
- Conducting horizontal and vertical privilege tests across roles
- Checking for Insecure Direct Object References and forced browsing
- Documenting role matrix evidence and performing side-by-side comparisons
Injection, Input Handling, and Out-of-Band Verification
- Confirming injection vulnerabilities without using destructive payloads
- Testing for Cross-site Scripting and client-side sinks
- Addressing blind and out-of-band cases using Collaborator
Testing Business Logic and Workflows
- Verifying multi-step workflow and sequence enforcement
- Testing for price, quantity, and approval parameter tampering
- Identifying replay attacks, race conditions, and repeat-action abuse
Scanner-Assisted Coverage, Extensions, and AI Support
- Configuring crawl and audit settings for scoped coverage
- Triage of issues and validation of false positives
- Developing custom checks using BChecks and extensions
- Utilizing Burp AI and agentic testing within data handling limits
Collecting Evidence and Audit Documentation
- Gathering request and response evidence with timestamps
- Redacting sensitive data and proper evidence handling
- Mapping findings to OWASP Top 10:2025, WSTG, and CWE
- Assessing risk using CVSS v4.0 and audit criteria
Capstone: Comprehensive Web Application Control Assessment
- Conducting a scoped assessment of a training application
- Preparing workpapers, findings registers, and closing debriefs
Requirements
- Experience in IT auditing and IT security assessments
- Working knowledge of technology risk, security controls, and network protocols
- Familiarity with HTTP/HTTPS and the OWASP framework
- Basic to intermediate proficiency with web security testing tools such as Kali Linux and OWASP ZAP
Target Audience
- Senior and semi-senior IT auditors
- Technology risk and security control assessors
Testimonials (2)
The training helped me expand my knowledge and understanding of Burp Suite. I also realized that what I had learned through self-study was still quite limited. This training was very helpful to me as a QA because Burp Suite is a valuable tool for performing security testing and improving the overall quality of application testing. I will continue exploring this tool and learning more about its features and capabilities.
Rea Mendez - BAKAWAN Data Anallytics Inc.
Course - OWASP Top 10 2025
I really enjoyed learning about AI attacks and the tools out there to begin practicing and actively using for security testing. I took a lot of knowledge away which I didn't have at the beginning and the course met what I hoped it would be. My favorite part shown from the training was Comet Browser and was amazed at what it could do. Definitely something will be looking into more. Overall it was a great course and enjoyed learning all OWASP GenAI Top 10.
