Encoding JSON and XML in PowerShell

In penetration testing, encoding and decoding JSON and XML data in PowerShell is essential for analyzing and manipulating responses from web applications and APIs. Here’s a guide on how to perform these tasks.

Encoding JSON in PowerShell

JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) is a commonly used format for exchanging data between a client and a server. To encode data as JSON in PowerShell, follow these steps:

1. Create a PowerShell Object: Start by creating a PowerShell object that holds the data you want to encode as JSON. This object can be a hashtable, custom object, or an array. Here’s an example:

   $data = @{
       Username = "ajcblyth"
       PassCode = 9816 }

2. Encode to JSON: Use the ConvertTo-Json cmdlet to convert the PowerShell object to a JSON-formatted string:

   $jsonString = $data | ConvertTo-Json

3. Optional Formatting: You can add formatting parameters to ConvertTo-Json to...