Case study – Python in the real world
In this section, we will roll up our sleeves and look at Python’s practical applicability in a variety of scenarios. Through engaging case scenarios, we will take you behind the scenes to see how Python is transforming businesses, research, and everyday life.
Scenario 1 – real-time web application security testing
We shall present the background context providing a deeper understanding, and then discuss the hurdles faced during the testing phase. Let us delve into the details:
- Background: A software development company is preparing to launch a new web application, and they want to ensure its protection against common web vulnerabilities. They aim to conduct penetration testing while browsing the application in the background to identify and address potential security issues proactively.
- Challenge: The challenge is to set up a real-time penetration testing environment using a Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) proxy...
