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Cybersecurity: Web application security & SQL injection (Udemy.com)

Master Techniques to Secure Web Applications Against Common Vulnerabilities and SQL injection with hands-on virtual lab

Created by: Start-Tech Academy

Last updated March 2026

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What you will learn

  • Build a secure and functional virtual lab environment using VMware, Kali Linux, and other tools.
  • Explore the foundational concepts of web application security and common attack vectors.
  • Master techniques to identify and exploit web vulnerabilities, such as XSS and command injection.
  • Utilize ethical hacking tools like Burp Suite to simulate and mitigate session hijacking scenarios
  • Identify SQL injection vulnerabilities and execute controlled tests using tools like SQLMap.
  • Develop practical strategies to prevent authentication bypass and secure database interactions.

How it compares

Against the other 523 rated Udemy courses in Hacking on CourseDuck:

  • Rating4.4 out of 5higher than 33% of them
  • Reviews235#378 of 524 by number of reviews
  • Length5.3 hourslonger than 51% of them
  • Last updatedMarch 2026more recently than 65% of them

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Course Description

If you are an aspiring cybersecurity professional, ethical hacker, or a web developer keen on safeguarding your applications, this course is tailored just for you. Do you wonder how attackers exploit web vulnerabilities? Want to transform that curiosity into the skills needed to protect against these threats?

In "Cybersecurity: Web Application security & SQL Injection", you'll embark on a hands-on journey to master techniques for securing web applications against common vulnerabilities. With a focus on practical learning through a virtual lab, you'll gain invaluable experience that sets you apart in the field of cybersecurity.

In this course, you will:

  • Set up a secure virtual lab environment to practice ethical hacking techniques safely.

  • Master methods to identify and prevent web application vulnerabilities, including parameter tampering and command injection.

  • Develop skills to protect against SQL injection attacks by understanding how they work and how to mitigate them.

  • Gain proficiency in essential cybersecurity tools like Burp Suite and SQLMap.

  • Understand legal and ethical considerations crucial for responsible cybersecurity practices.

Why learn about web application security? In today's digital era, web applications are the backbone of businesses and daily life, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. Equipping yourself with the knowledge to defend against these threats is not just advantageous—it's essential.

Throughout the course, you'll engage in activities like setting up Kali Linux and Metasploitable 2, testing your virtual lab setup, and performing hands-on exercises to secure web applications. This practical approach ensures you can apply what you learn directly to real-world scenarios.

What sets this course apart is our emphasis on ethical practices and real-life application. You'll not only learn the theory behind web vulnerabilities but also how to counteract them effectively. With step-by-step guidance, even complex concepts become accessible.

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity expertise. Enroll now and take the first step toward becoming a guardian of the web!

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Instructor Details

Start-Tech Academy

Start-Tech Academy is a technology-based Analytics Education Company and aims at Bringing Together the analytics companies and interested Learners. 
Our top quality training content along with internships and project opportunities helps students in launching their Analytics journey. 

Founded by Abhishek Bansal and Pukhraj Parikh.

Working as a Project manager in an Analytics consulting firm, Pukhraj has multiple years of experience working on analytics tools and software. He is competent in  MS office suites, Cloud computing, SQL, Tableau, SAS, Google analytics and Python.

Abhishek worked as an Acquisition Process owner in a leading telecom company before moving on to learning and teaching technologies like Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.


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Reviews

4.4

235 ratings on Udemy

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By Surya S on 2/5/2026

This platform was very usefull for me ,because i'll learn new skills & so all... thanks for this all tutors

By Steven Tshithavha on 1/14/2026

Am a beginner, however the content and classes keeps on pushing me to complete the course, the teaching is making easier for me to attend these sessions on an hourly per day.

By Saksham Sharma on 11/21/2025

Instructor is awesome, CLEAN BOLD VOICE easy to understand, watching at 1.25 and it feels extremely COMFORTABLE, the way he delivers knowledge is calm and natural, I am enjoying my journey so far, I would like to highly RECOMMEND others to take this course, Thank you very much for this course! Let's Hack!!

By Brian Berkheiser on 11/13/2025

There should be more practical examples and less information about networking.

By Sonia Chadwick on 10/18/2025

Yes, this is a good match. Loved the section on how to set up a virtual lab.

By Hilmy Wahyu Indrastoto on 10/17/2025

This lesson is very good. I gained a lot of insight, especially in hacking methods. Although these methods are outdated, I still appreciate them.

By Anonymized User on 2/25/2025

Content: Good topics and tools and exercises to demonstrate said topics. Delivery: Too much time wasted. The 5,5 hours of video material contains about 2,5 - 3 hours of net content. The 1-2 mins-long "filler" videos make absolutely no sense. There is no need for 65+ greetings, 65+ times telling us what we just seen in the previous 1-2 mins long video, then telling us what we will see in the next 1-2 mins long video. Imagine the same content delivered in a class-room environment. Would you greet your audience in every 2-8 minutes? No. Would you remind them what you just said 2 mins ago? No. I'd recommend to restructure this course. 35-40 mins blocks. One greeting and summary per block. Theory and background in the first part of the block, exercises and explanations in the second part. Then a break before the next block. Replacing these filler content with more exercises and examples would make a proper course.

By Christian Jay Nival Tuyor on 1/8/2025

I learned a lot about cybersecurity that I can apply in my everyday life

By Sarvesh Bhagat on 1/8/2025

amazing i'm excited to use this knowledge further

By Elizabeth Jane Akaemeh on 1/7/2025

I just started but i like what i am seeing and hearing already. great job.

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Overall Score : 88 / 100