Report on Safeguarding Our File Hosting Website
Exposing Crucial Website Elements
The user-friendly file-sharing experience on our file hosting website is the result of careful
design. It guarantees simplicity of navigation and accessibility with its intuitive and user-
friendly interface. Robust file upload and storage features are a strength of the platform,
which securely supports a wide range of file formats and sizes. Severe precautions are taken
to guarantee the security of user accounts, emphasizing user authentication, which
strengthens the faith that our users have in our offerings. In addition, our dedication to
protecting the privacy and dependability of hosted files is reaffirmed by the thorough security
steps we take to ensure data integrity.
Using Testing and Modelling to Ensure Security
a. Security Modelling and Processes
In order to improve our file hosting platform's security posture, we used a thorough threat
modelling approach that carefully looked at potential weaknesses across the board. Our
ability to smoothly incorporate strong security measures into all aspects of the Software
Development Life Cycle (SDLC) was made possible by our proactive approach. In order to
guarantee that the development process follows industry best practices, our SDLC is designed
with strict secure coding standards. Potential threats may be identified and mitigated at every
level thanks to the regular and systematic security checks that were incorporated. By
protecting our file hosting platform from constantly changing cyber threats, our all-
encompassing strategy demonstrates our dedication to proactive security.
b. Testing procedure.
Features Test Used Results Changes made
Authentication Penetration Testing No major Enhanced
vulnerabilities password
policy
File upload Security scanning Detected file upload Pending fix
vulnerability for enhanced
validation
Inadequate Validation Code review and Identified file input Immediate
static analysis validation issues validation
improvement.
Vulnerability Analysis
a. Technical Analysis
The security assessment has identified critical vulnerabilities in our file hosting platform,
necessitating immediate remediation efforts. A file Upload Vulnerability has been pinpointed,
creating a potential avenue for malicious file execution and allowing unauthorized uploads.
To address this, it is crucial to promptly implement enhanced file validation processes,
ensuring stringent checks before accepting any uploaded files.
Authentication Issues have been uncovered, introducing the risk of unwanted access. To
mitigate this risk, an urgent implementation of a robust password policy and enhanced
session management is recommended to fortify the authentication mechanism.
Security Misconfigurations were detected, potentially exposing confidential information due
to unsafe or default configurations. The solution involves immediate updates to
configurations, aligning them with established security best practices.
Vulnerabilities arising from inadequate input validation pose a significant risk of injection
attacks. The suggested solution is an immediate overhaul of the validation processes to
effectively counteract the potential for injection vulnerabilities, thereby fortifying the
platform's overall security posture against diverse cyber threats.
b. Stabilized Weaknesses
In order to strengthen authentication security on our file hosting platform, we successfully
enforced stronger password rules as a tactical move. In order to provide a strong defence
against unwanted access, this effort seeks to strengthen user credentials. To strengthen the
authentication system, tougher password standards are a proactive measure that improves the
platform's overall security posture.
Inadequate input validation exposes weaknesses in the file hosting platform, making injection
attacks more likely. Enhancing input validation procedures, making sure user input is
thoroughly inspected and cleaned, and proving a dedication to proactive security are all
necessary components of a holistic approach to reduce these risks.
C. Exposures Not Corrected
1. File Upload Not Fixed: - Description: There is still a vulnerability related to file uploads.
Conditions for Exploitation: Permits uploading of files without authorization.
Suggested Fix: Improved file 9validation processes should be developed immediately.
2. Security Misconfigurations Unfixed: - Description: Unfixed security misconfigurations
could expose confidential information.
Exploitation Conditions: Coming from setups that are unsafe or default.
The following is the suggested fix: an immediate configuration update that complies with
security best practices.
References:
OWASP (2022). Top 10 Risks to the Security of Web Applications. Taken from
[https://owasp.org] and(http://owasp.org)
Microsoft is 2022. Ideal Procedures for Authentication. Obtained via
[https://docs.microsoft.com]This link: https://docs.microsoft.com
WASC. (2022). Classification of Online Security Threats. Extracted from
https://project.wasc.org [https://project.wasc.org]
