directory listing vulnerability: A Small Setting with Big Consequences
When we talk about web security, most people think about SQL Injection, XSS, or authentication bypass. But sometimes, the real danger is something very simple — directory listing vulnerability. It doesn’t need complex payloads.It doesn’t need advanced tools.Sometimes, you just type a URL… and the server shows you everything. What is Directory Listing? Directory Listing (also […]
My Experience Implementing AI in JMeter Using the Feather-Wand Plugin
When I first heard about adding AI capabilities into JMeter, I was a bit skeptical. JMeter has always been a solid tool for performance testing, but it felt very manual — scripting, correlation, parameterization… everything needed effort. So when I came across the Feather-Wand plugin, I was curious. Could AI actually simplify some of the […]
Types of Testing Explained with Examples
Manual vs Automation Fig. 1 — Manual Testing relies on human judgment. Automation relies on scripts. You need both. My first week in testing, a senior QA engineer dropped a printed sheet on my desk. Twenty-something terms, zero context. “Learn these,” he said, and walked off. So I did what any beginner would do — […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Conducting Effective Performance Tests
Performance testing is a critical aspect of software development that determines how well a system can handle certain workloads, traffic, and user behavior. However, conducting effective performance tests is not always easy – without proper planning and execution, these tests can be inaccurate or fail to identify potential issues before they cause problems. In this […]
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