script that uses a list of common API endpoints and payloads to fuzz test an API for vulnerabilities. This script should automate sending various payloads to API endpoints and identify potential issues like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other security vulnerabilities.
API Fuzzer is a Python script designed for security testing of APIs. It automates sending various payloads to API endpoints and identifies potential vulnerabilities. Please note that this tool should only be used on systems for which you have explicit authorization to test, and it is intended for educational purposes only. Evoid legal troubles.
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Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/api-fuzzer.git cd api-fuzzer
(Optional) Create a virtual environment to isolate dependencies:
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python -m venv venv
source venv/bin/activate # On Windows, use venv\Scripts\activate
Install the required dependencies using pip:
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pip install -r requirements.txt
Usage
Run the API Fuzzer script with the desired options. Here are some common usage examples:
To analyze API responses for security vulnerabilities:
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python api_fuzzer.py --analyze-responses
To perform concurrent requests for performance testing:
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python api_fuzzer.py --concurrency-testing
To test authentication mechanisms with valid and invalid credentials:
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python api_fuzzer.py --auth-testing
To test session management with a session cookie:
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python api_fuzzer.py --session-management
To test parameterized payloads for security vulnerabilities:
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python api_fuzzer.py --parameterized-payloads
Customize the script by modifying the configuration options in the api_fuzzer.py file.
Review the script's output for findings and potential vulnerabilities.
Configuration
You can configure the API Fuzzer by modifying the following options in the api_fuzzer.py script:
api_endpoints: List of API endpoints to test.
payloads: List of payloads for security testing.
base_url: Base URL of the target API.
Additional options such as request headers, timeouts, and verbosity level.
Disclaimer
This tool is provided for educational purposes only. Use it responsibly and ensure that you have proper authorization to test the target system. Unauthorized testing can have legal and ethical implications. License
This project is licensed under the MIT License.