“Template Injection” A Case Study of a Successful Bug Bounty Hunt
In the world of cybersecurity, bug bounty programs have become a crucial tool for organizations to identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems. These programs offer ethical hackers and security researchers the opportunity to find and report security flaws in exchange for monetary rewards. One such vulnerability that gained attention in recent years is “Template Injection.” In this article, we’ll delve into the world of template injection through a real-life case study of a successful bug bounty hunt.
Understanding Template Injection
Template Injection is a vulnerability that occurs when an application allows untrusted data to be included in a template or executed as part of a template, often resulting in remote code execution. This can have severe consequences, including data breaches, account takeovers, or even complete system compromise.
Most web applications use templates to render dynamic content, making them susceptible to template injection if not properly sanitized. This vulnerability is prevalent in web frameworks and template engines like Apache FreeMarker, Thymeleaf, and Jinja2.
