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I need a seasoned ethical hacker to run a full-scope penetration test against my live website. The priority is to uncover weaknesses that could expose our database or allow logic flaws in the web application to be exploited. All findings must be mapped to PCI DSS requirements so I can demonstrate compliance to my acquiring bank. Here is what I expect: • A controlled black-box test using industry-standard toolsets such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, nmap, plus any custom scripts you rely on. • No disruption to production; schedule your active exploits during an agreed maintenance window and keep traffic levels reasonable. • A written report that ranks every issue by risk and includes reproduction steps, screenshots or PoC code, and clear remediation guidance. • An executive summary in plain language for non-technical stakeholders. • One round of verification testing after fixes are applied. I will provide the target URL, test credentials, and an NDA once we agree on timing. Let me know your estimated turnaround and any additional information you require to get started.
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We will treat your live website as a high-value target and break it safely. Our black-box attack will mirror real adversaries, yet we guarantee zero downtime and full PCI DSS mapping for your bank. Our Approach: · Toolset: Burp Suite Pro, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, nmap, plus custom fuzzers to uncover logic flaws (e.g., auth bypass, race conditions, privilege escalation) that scanners miss. · Schedule: All active exploits conducted in your maintenance window; traffic throttled to avoid alerting or degradation. · Deliverables: PCI-mapped findings (priority: high→low) with step-by-step reproduction, screenshots/PoC code, and fix guidance. Plus a plain-language exec summary for your board. Verification: One complimentary retest after your fixes ensuring closure for compliance. Turnaround: 5 business days from kickoff (report delivered 48 hrs post-test). To start: Just the target URL, test credentials, and your NDA, we handle the rest. Available for a quick scoping call today. Looking forward to your positive response. Thanks
£750 GBP in 7 days
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Drawing from my extensive background in network security, I am excited to bring my talents to your Website Penetration Test project. With years of experience in server administration, virtualization, and database management, I am well-versed in the tools and techniques required to meticulously analyze your live website. No stranger to industry-standard tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, and nmap, I am confident in my ability to conduct a controlled black-box test that produces insightful results without impeding your production. More importantly, I understand the criticality of this test for your compliance needs under PCI DSS requirements. Throughout the entire process, you can expect detailed reports featuring ranked issues along with clear steps for remediation – even inclusive of reproduction steps, screenshots or PoC code. My main goal is not only to bolster the security of your website but also to enhance your understanding as well as that of your non-technical stakeholders. Trust me to deliver on this task promptly and efficiently.
£750 GBP in 3 days
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Hello, I can perform a controlled, full-scope black-box penetration test of your live website with a strong focus on database exposure, authentication/session security, access control, input validation, SQL injection, and business-logic vulnerabilities while ensuring production safety. Approach: • Manual testing supported by Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, sqlmap and custom scripts where required • OWASP-based testing with validation of exploitable findings • Controlled exploitation within an agreed maintenance window • No destructive or unnecessary production-impacting activities • PCI DSS mapping for each applicable finding • Risk-rated report with reproduction steps, evidence/screenshots and PoC details • Executive summary for management/stakeholders • Clear, actionable remediation recommendations • One round of post-remediation verification/retesting I can start once the NDA, target URL, test credentials, and testing window are provided. I will also maintain strict confidentiality and remain within the agreed scope throughout the engagement. **Estimated turnaround:** 5–7 business days, depending on application size and scope, followed by retesting after remediation. I’m ready to begin and can provide a structured, evidence-based report suitable for your PCI DSS compliance documentation.
£1,500 GBP in 7 days
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Hello, I'm Rudra Kumar, a seasoned Senior Software QA Engineer with an extensive skill set that aligns perfectly with your needs. With over 7 years of experience, I've honed my abilities in software testing, quality assurance, and most importantly for this role, security & penetration testing. I've worked extensively with SaaS, web applications, and APIs and have deep expertise with methodologies like OWASP Top 10 validation and input validation & security checks that are crucial for ethical hacking tasks like yours. My experience working within Agile/Scrum frameworks ensures I can seamlessly integrate my task into your existing structure. I'm meticulous in my approach to testing; my reports are thorough yet clear, providing you with a ranked issue list complete with reproduction steps, screenshots or PoC codes, and remediation guidance. Additionally, I can create an executive summary in non-technical language for your non-technical stakeholders. Regarding tools, I'm well-versed with Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP - both industry standards for carrying out penetration tests. My SQL knowledge will be handy for performing database tests while using sqlmap. My proficiency in nmap will assist in scanning the target URL for vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
£1,200 GBP in 15 days
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Hi, I can conduct a controlled, full-scope black-box penetration test of your live web application, with a strong focus on database exposure, authentication/authorization issues, business logic flaws, injection vulnerabilities, and other OWASP-relevant risks. I’ll use tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, sqlmap, and custom scripts where appropriate, while keeping production impact minimal and scheduling active exploitation within your approved maintenance window. You’ll receive a detailed report containing risk ratings, affected endpoints, reproduction steps, evidence/screenshots, PoCs where appropriate, remediation guidance, and an executive summary for non-technical stakeholders. I can also map findings to the relevant PCI DSS requirements and perform one round of verification testing after remediation. Once you provide the target URL, test credentials, scope, and NDA, I can confirm the testing plan and estimated turnaround. Regards
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
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With a deep and varied range of technological skills, I, Cora May, believe I am the ideal candidate for your Website Penetration Test project. Over the years, I have developed a firm grasp of technical systems and business operations, making me uniquely qualified to address both the immediate security needs of your website and the broader implications of it meeting PCI DSS requirements. I am well-versed in applying industry-standard toolsets, like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, nmap, and utilizing my own custom scripts when necessary. When it comes to presenting my findings, I value clear communication above all else. As a result, my written report will include every issue ranked by risk with detailed reproduction steps, screenshots or PoC code, and actionable remediation guidance. By hiring me for this task, you'll not only be bringing on an experienced website tester but also garnering a partner who is versed in project coordination and highly capable of ensuring your unique technical needs are met. Don't hesitate; let me utilize my skills to provide you with peace of mind about your website's security while satisfying regulatory requirements!
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
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I understand you require a comprehensive penetration test focused on database exposure and web application logic flaws, with PCI DSS compliance mapping. My recent engagement with a FinTech startup involved a similar scope, identifying and mitigating critical SQL injection vulnerabilities and authorization bypasses that directly threatened their sensitive customer data, mirroring your primary concerns. My approach will be a controlled black-box methodology utilizing Burp Suite Pro for comprehensive traffic analysis and vulnerability scanning, OWASP ZAP for automated checks, sqlmap for deep SQL injection testing, and nmap for network enumeration. I will also employ custom Python scripts for tailored fuzzing and exploit development where automated tools fall short. The testing will be meticulously scheduled within an agreed-upon maintenance window to ensure zero production disruption, prioritizing stealth and minimal impact. Have you previously conducted penetration tests, and if so, what were the key findings or compliance challenges encountered? Would you be available for a brief call early next week to discuss your specific technology stack and any immediate concerns you have?
£1,189 GBP in 21 days
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ethical Hacking to Secure Your Website from Vulnerabilities ❇️ Hi My Friend, I hope you're doing well. I've reviewed your project requirements and see you're looking for an ethical hacker to conduct a full-scope penetration test on your live website. Look no further; Zohaib is here to help you! My team has successfully completed 50+ similar projects in ethical hacking. I will use industry-standard tools and methods to identify weaknesses, ensuring your site is secure and compliant with PCI DSS. ➡️ Why Me? I can easily perform your penetration test as I have 5 years of experience in ethical hacking and security assessments. My expertise includes vulnerability scanning, risk analysis, and remediation guidance. Additionally, I have a strong grip on tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and sqlmap, ensuring a thorough approach to your project. ➡️ Let's have a quick chat to discuss your project in detail. I can provide samples of my previous work and explain my process. Looking forward to our conversation! ➡️ Skills & Experience: ✅ Ethical Hacking ✅ Penetration Testing ✅ Vulnerability Assessment ✅ Risk Analysis ✅ Burp Suite ✅ OWASP ZAP ✅ SQL Injection Testing ✅ Network Security ✅ Security Reporting ✅ Compliance Mapping ✅ Risk Mitigation ✅ Web Application Security Waiting for your response! Best Regards, Zohaib
£900 GBP in 2 days
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For a live production site, I’d structure this as a controlled black-box assessment with the attack surface mapped first, then focused testing around authentication, access control, input handling, business logic, session management, and database exposure risks. I’d keep intrusive checks inside the agreed maintenance window and rate-limit tooling to avoid production disruption. My two priorities would be clean implementation of the test process and maintainability of the remediation output. Findings would be ranked by severity, tied to relevant PCI DSS requirements, and documented with reproducible evidence, screenshots/PoCs, impact, and concrete fixes. I’d also include a plain-English executive summary and one verification pass after remediation. One important distinction: PCI DSS mapping is not the same as a formal ASV/QSA attestation. If your acquiring bank requires an official compliance artefact, that should be confirmed before testing begins so the report format matches what they will accept. Relevant example: FileChannels, where authentication, protected document access, role-based permissions, and secure cross-user workflows were core concerns. Estimated turnaround: 5-7 business days for testing/reporting, plus retest after fixes.
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
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Hi, we are an experienced penetration testing team specializing in web application security and PCI DSS compliance testing. We can run a controlled black-box assessment against your live site using Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, nmap, and custom scripts, prioritizing database exposure and application logic flaws such as authentication bypass, injection, and access control issues. All active exploitation will be scheduled within your agreed maintenance window with traffic kept reasonable, so production stays undisrupted. You will receive a full report ranking every finding by risk with reproduction steps, screenshots or PoC code, and remediation guidance, each mapped to the relevant PCI DSS requirement, plus a plain-language executive summary for non-technical stakeholders and one round of verification testing after fixes. We can start once the NDA, target URL, and test credentials are in place; please share your preferred timeline and budget.
£750 GBP in 7 days
3.5
3.5

We at Offensium Vault Private Limited (ISO 27001:2022 & ISO 9001:2015) can perform a PCI DSS-focused web application penetration test to identify vulnerabilities that could expose your database or enable application-level attacks. Approach • Controlled black-box testing aligned with OWASP, PTES & PCI DSS • Manual + automated testing using Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, SQLmap and custom scripts • Focus on: SQL Injection & database exposure Authentication & authorization Session management Business-logic flaws Input validation & sensitive data exposure Security misconfigurations Deliverables • Executive summary for stakeholders • Detailed PCI DSS-mapped technical report with CVSS severity, PoC/screenshots, reproduction steps and remediation • Prioritized remediation roadmap • One verification retest after fixes Testing will be carefully controlled to avoid production disruption, with active exploitation performed within the agreed maintenance window. We are experienced in securing fintech, e-commerce and data-sensitive applications and can start once the URL, credentials, scope and testing window are confirmed.
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
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Hi there. This is an interesting project. Before anything else, one area I'd pay particularly close attention to is the scheduling of active exploits during a maintenance window, as this ensures no disruption to your live environment while still allowing for thorough testing. Your requirement for a report that ranks issues by risk aligns well with best practices in penetration testing. I’ll ensure that the findings are mapped to PCI DSS requirements, providing clarity for your bank. Using tools like Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP will help us identify critical vulnerabilities effectively. Could you share your preferred timeframe for the testing? Looking forward to engaging. Even if we don't end up working together, you'll still walk away with valuable insights from our discussion. Regards, Riyaaz
£750 GBP in 7 days
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3.0

I've done a few of these PCI DSS-mapped pen tests, and I can see you need findings that actually matter to your acquiring bank - not just a list of issues. I'd run the black-box test across your live site during a maintenance window using Burp and custom scripts where standard toolsets hit limits, then map every vulnerability directly to the DSS control it breaks. The report would have reproduction steps and remediation for each finding, ranked by real risk to your database and application logic, plus a plain-language summary for stakeholders who aren't reading technical detail. After you've patched, I'd run verification testing to confirm the fixes actually stick. I typically turn these around in 2-3 weeks depending on scope. Happy to hop on a call and nail down the timing and what test credentials you can safely share. Corné
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
2.5
2.5

As a seasoned web developer and ethical hacker with a strong track record of over 14 years, my skills and experience are perfectly aligned with your project requirements. I have conducted numerous successful penetration tests on live websites, identifying security vulnerabilities and mapping them to PCI DSS standards. My arsenal includes industry-standard tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, nmap, and more, which will be ideal for conducting this full-scope penetration test. In line with your objectives of minimizing disruption to production and demonstrating compliance to your acquiring bank, I assure you that I will schedule active exploits within an agreed-upon maintenance window and maintain reasonable traffic levels on your website. Moreover, both my technical expertise and my experience working across diverse industries mean that I can provide you with a comprehensive written report. With a focus on user-friendliness and innovation in SEO-friendly solutions, my commitment is to help businesses grow securely in the online world, fitting perfectly with this project. Booking me for this job will not just get you an efficient technician but also a business partner who prioritizes client satisfaction above all. Get in touch now to discuss timing and any other details you'd like me to consider!
£1,500 GBP in 7 days
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Hello, The assessment needs to go beyond automated vulnerability scanning, particularly around database exposure and application-level logic flaws where authenticated workflows, authorization boundaries, input handling, and business rules can fail even when standard scanners report clean results. Since the target is production, the testing methodology also needs strict traffic controls, safe exploit handling, and a clearly defined maintenance window while producing evidence that can be mapped directly to PCI DSS requirements. Here’s my approach to the project: I’d establish the approved scope and test boundaries first, then perform reconnaissance, application mapping, authentication/session testing, access-control and input-validation checks, SQL injection testing, API and business-logic assessment, and targeted manual verification alongside Burp Suite/ZAP and appropriate supporting tools. Confirmed findings would be reproduced safely and documented with severity, affected endpoint/workflow, evidence, remediation, and relevant PCI DSS mapping. After remediation, the same attack paths would be retested to verify that fixes actually close the identified weaknesses. Testing would include production-safe controls, detailed evidence capture, false-positive validation, report QA, and one complete remediation verification cycle. Estimated Timeline: 5–7 business days Kind regards, Gowtham
£1,125 GBP in 3 days
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Your focus on a full-scope penetration test shows a solid understanding of the risks involved. I appreciate your attention to uncovering weaknesses that could expose your database or allow for logic flaws. One specific hazard is overlooking certain logic flaws that can evade standard tools, leading to significant compliance issues with PCI DSS. If your findings don’t align with these requirements, it could result in costly penalties or a loss of customer trust. I'd start with a thorough analysis using Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP, ensuring I have a clear picture of your website's vulnerabilities. This approach helps me tailor remediation guidance effectively while keeping disruption to a minimum. My process includes detailed reporting, complete with risk rankings and clear steps for fixes. Revisions are standard, ensuring we cover every angle before finalizing the report. Do you want to explore the possibility of us getting this sorted together? I'm happy to provide a free consultation to discuss the details, even if you decide to go a different route.
£750 GBP in 7 days
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With a track record in cybersecurity and ethical hacking, I am well-positioned to conduct a comprehensive penetration test on your live website. I will utilize industry-standard toolsets like Burp Suite and OWASP ZAP to identify vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with PCI DSS requirements. Could you provide insight into the volume of traffic your website typically receives to help plan the test schedule effectively? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
£860 GBP in 6 days
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Hi, I can conduct a controlled black-box penetration test of your live website with a strong focus on database exposure, authentication/authorization, business-logic flaws, injection, and OWASP risks, while keeping production impact minimal. I’ll provide a risk-ranked report with evidence, remediation guidance, PCI DSS mapping, executive summary, and one round of verification testing; estimated turnaround is 5–7 working days depending on scope. 1. What is the target scope—website only, or should APIs and authenticated areas also be included? 2. Which PCI DSS version and specific compliance requirements does your acquiring bank require us to map the findings against?
£800 GBP in 7 days
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As a Full-Stack Developer with over 8 years of experience in building applications from the ground up, I understand the importance of conducting comprehensive penetration tests to ensure the security and integrity of your website. My skillset includes utilizing industry-standard tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, sqlmap, nmap, and several others that’ll be invaluable in discovering any potential weaknesses or loopholes that could enable unauthorized access, expose your database or allow any exploited logic flaws to be handled efficiently.
£1,125 GBP in 7 days
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Database exposure and logic flaws are the two things scanners miss most, so running only the standard tools would leave your most expensive bugs unfound. I've spent 8 years in software engineering across more than 60 freelance contracts, including web application penetration testing and security audits against the OWASP Top 10, plus a past role analyzing vulnerabilities in open source Python packages. Reading an app the way its developer built it is how logic flaws surface: broken access checks, price tampering, checkout race conditions, injection paths into the database. Every finding gets a CVSS score, reproduction steps with screenshots or PoC code, remediation guidance, and the PCI DSS requirement it maps to, plus a plain-language summary for your bank. Active testing stays inside your maintenance window at throttled rates. Quick question: does the site take card data in its own forms or hand off to a hosted payment page? That shapes scope, but expect roughly two weeks to the report, then verification once fixes land. Thamer
£1,500 GBP in 7 days
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