OWASP Top 10 Automated Testing
What is OWASP Top 10 Automated Testing?
The purpose of OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) Scanning is to test your website against the most common vulnerabilities. OWASP Tests are automated scans that scan your website against the vulnerabilities, and lets you know where your website stands.
The Top 10 vulnerabilities are chosen from security experts all over the world.
“OWASP refers to the Top 10 as an ‘awareness document’ and recommends that all organizations incorporate the report into their processes in order to mitigate security risks. One thing to remember, it is not a standard. Organizations can define the matrix based on their own environment. This also means that it’s not just OWASP who defines Top10 but takes data from so many people, organizations and then opens it up for us to post the feedback. Analysis is very interesting and actually got Top 10 a total of forty-three CWE.” – owasp.org
Cyber Security Canada has a web developer who is available to assist with remediating OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
CyberSecure Canada Certification
How Cyber Security Canada Can Help
One of the most common challenges organizations face in obtaining CyberSecure Canada (CAN CIOSC 104:2021) certification is remediating vulnerabilities identified in the OWASP Top 10. These vulnerabilities represent the most critical security risks to web applications and must be addressed to ensure a secure and compliant web environment, even if the website is just a marketing website.
Many organizations underestimate the importance of securing their marketing websites, often viewing them as mere brochure sites with no sensitive data. However, this perception can lead to significant risks. Marketing websites are frequently targeted by attackers because they are often less protected than other parts of an organization’s digital infrastructure.
Why Marketing Websites are a Target
Marketing websites are a prime target for cyberattacks for several reasons:
- High Visibility: Marketing websites are designed to attract visitors, making them highly visible and accessible to attackers.
- Brand Reputation: A successful attack on a marketing website can cause severe reputational damage. Defaced websites, unauthorized content, or downtime can erode customer trust and damage the brand’s image.
- Entry Point: Even if the website itself does not contain sensitive data, it can serve as an entry point for attackers to gain access to other parts of the organization’s network.
- Data Collection: Marketing websites often collect visitor data through forms, subscriptions, and analytics. This data can be valuable to attackers.
Reputational Damage
The impact of a security breach on a marketing website can be devastating:
- Loss of Trust: Customers and partners may lose trust in the organization if they perceive it as unable to protect its digital assets.
- Negative Publicity: News of a breach can spread quickly, leading to negative publicity and potential loss of business.
- Financial Impact: The costs associated with incident response, legal fees, and potential fines can be substantial.
At Cyber Security Canada, we understand the complexities involved in this process. That’s why we have a dedicated web developer who specializes in remediating these vulnerabilities. With extensive experience in addressing OWASP Top 10 issues, our developer has successfully helped numerous clients achieve CyberSecure Canada certification.
By leveraging our expertise, you can be confident that your web applications will meet the stringent security standards required for certification.
ASVS Levels
- ASVS Level 1 is for low assurance levels, and is completely penetration testable
- ASVS Level 2 is for applications that contain sensitive data, which requires protection and is the recommended level for most apps
- ASVS Level 3 is for the most critical applications – applications that perform high value transactions, contain sensitive medical data, or any application that requires the highest level of trust.