Spotting Misconfigurations in Web Apps

I recently conducted a pen test using Burp Suite and stumbled upon multiple misconfigurations that could have easily been exploited. It’s essential to regularly audit your web applications, especially after updates or new features. Has anyone else found tools that help automate this process or improve detection rates?

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Definitely agree with you on auditing after updates. We’ve had success with tools like OWASP ZAP for automating scans, though nothing beats a manual check for nuanced issues. What specific types of misconfigurations did you find during your pen test?

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Regular audits are key! Have you tried integrating a CI/CD pipeline with security checks for ongoing assessments, @sreed32?

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It’s like doing a spring cleaning for your code! Automated tools are great, but nothing beats a keen eye for the tricky stuff. Have you checked out @jgreenwood22’s suggestions on integrating security checks into your CI/CD pipeline?

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