A broken logout flow let attackers hijack accounts using just a user ID.
A self-XSS and an IDOR exposed stored data. And a forgotten internal tool—running outdated software—ended in full Remote Code Execution.

This episode is all about how small bugs, missed checks, and overlooked services can lead to serious consequences.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:22 - FINDING #1 - The Logout That Logged You In

07:12 - FINDING #2 - From Signature Field to Shell Access

14:40 - OUTRO

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A predictable ID exposed private documents. A crafted name leaked backend files.
In this episode, we break down two high-impact flaws—an IDOR that let attackers clone confidential attachments, and an SSTI hidden in an email template that revealed server-side files. Simple inputs, big consequences. Learn how they worked, why they were missed, and how to stop them.

Chapters:
00:00 - INTRO
01:28 - FINDING #1 – IDOR to Steal Confidential Files with Just an Attachment ID
09:05 - FINDING #2 – Server-Side Template Injection That Leaked Local Files
18:41 - OUTRO

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A single uppercase letter unlocked an admin panel. One malformed request hijacked user sessions.
In this episode, we break down two real-world exploits—a 403 bypass and a request smuggling attack—that turned small oversights into full system compromise. Learn how they worked, why they were missed, and what should have been done differently.

Chapters:
00:00 - INTRO
01:18 - FINDING #1 – The 403 Bypass That Led to Full Admin Control
08:17 - FINDING #2 – Smuggling Requests, Hijacking Responses
16:35 - OUTRO

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A simple filename triggered stored XSS, hijacking accounts and stealing API keys. A SQL injection bypassed a web firewall, dumping an entire database in one request.

Both attacks exploited basic security flaws—flaws that should have been caught.

Learn how these exploits worked, why they were missed, and what should have been done differently.

Chapters:

0:00 - INTRO

01:39 - FINDING #1 – Stored XSS That Took Over User Accounts

07:14 - FINDING #2 – The SQL Injection That Bypassed a Firewall and Dumped the Entire Database

15:22 - OUTRO

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Exposed secrets, overlooked permissions, and credentials hiding in plain sight—each one leading to a critical breach.

In this episode, we break down three real-world pentest findings where a forgotten file, a misconfigured setting, and a leaked credential gave attackers full control. How did they happen? How can you find similar issues? And what can be done to stop them?

Listen now to learn how attackers exploit these mistakes—and how you can prevent them.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:00 - FINDING #1 - How a Forgotten File Exposed Private Repositories

06:37 - FINDING #2 - How Misconfigured Permissions Led to Full System Takeover

14:35 - FINDING #3 - The Credentials That Gave Access to a Network Switch

20:31 - OUTRO

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How can attackers take over accounts, networks, and devices—without credentials?

In this episode, we break down three real-world security flaws that prove authentication alone isn’t enough:

• Account Takeover – A single request bypassed email verification, locking out store owners.
• Internal Network Compromise – A hidden admin URL and hardcoded access key gave attackers full control.
• Smart Device Hijack – A community-submitted finding reveals how Bluetooth vulnerabilities allowed remote command execution—without WiFi, passwords, or internet access.

These findings expose critical weaknesses in application security, network defense, and IoT device protection—problems that pentesters, developers, and security teams must identify before attackers do.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:30 - FINDING #1 - How a Security Researcher Took Over an Entire Shopping Platform with Just One Request

07:25 - FINDING #2 - How a Security Researcher Hacked an Entire Internal Network with Just One URL

13:46 - FINDING #3 - How a Security Researcher Took Over a Smart Switch Using Just Bluetooth

20:47 - OUTRO

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What if you could take over an account—not by cracking a password, but by chaining two overlooked vulnerabilities? What if a single CSRF exploit let attackers reset security questions and hijack accounts? And what if manipulating an authorization token could escalate privileges?

In this episode of Hacked & Secured: Pentest Exploits & Mitigations, we break down three real-world pentest findings that prove creative exploitation turns small flaws into critical security risks:

• Chaining IDORs for account takeover – Exploiting weak access controls.
• CSRF bypass to reset security questions – Turning one click into total compromise.
• Privilege escalation via token manipulation – How a simple change led to admin access.

Learn how these vulnerabilities were discovered, exploited, and mitigated.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:02 - FINDING #1 - Account Takeover by Chaining Two IDORs

07:19 - FINDING #2 - Account Takeover Through CSRF Vulnerability in Security Questions

12:18 - FINDING #3 - Privilege Escalation Through Authorization Token Manipulation

17:05 - OUTRO

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What if your OTP security wasn’t secure at all? What if a static domain—something most people ignore—could lead to full account takeover? And what if flawed role management allowed admins to escalate privileges?

In this episode of Hacked & Secured: Pentest Exploits & Mitigations, we break down three real-world security failures that turned minor oversights into critical exploits:

• Leaking OTPs in API responses – Breaking authentication at the source.
• Static domain to account takeover – When persistence turns into a full exploit.
• Privilege escalation via role mismanagement – How attackers bypass access controls.

Learn how these vulnerabilities were discovered, exploited, and mitigated.

Chapters:

00:00 - INTRO

01:00 - FINDING #1 - The Vulnerability That Defeats OTP Security: Leaking OTP Codes in API Responses

05:20 - FINDING #2 - From Static Domain to Account Takeover: The Power of Persistence

12:05 - FINDING #3 - Privilege Escalation via User Invitations and Role Assignment

16:49 - OUTRO

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If you know how attacks work, you’ll know exactly where to look—whether you’re breaking in as an ethical hacker or defending as a blue teamer.

Welcome to Hacked & Secured: Pentest Exploits & Mitigations—the podcast that breaks down real-world pentest findings and exposes critical security flaws before attackers do.

• Red team tactics – How vulnerabilities are found and exploited.
•  Blue team defenses – How to detect, mitigate, and prevent attacks.
•  Real pentest insights – Lessons from bug bounty reports, security blogs, and private pentests.

New episodes every two weeks. Follow to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Let’s make security knowledge accessible to all!

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