Full explanation: https://www.invicti.com/blog/web-security/ldap-injection-how-to-prevent/
TLDR:
🌐 LDAP Injection Attacks:
- Exploit input validation vulnerabilities to execute queries on LDAP servers.
- Can lead to further exploits on databases and applications.
⚠️ Common Attack Methods:
- Authentication Bypass: Modify input to bypass password checks.
- Information Disclosure: Extract sensitive info using LDAP filter code.
💡 Prevention Tips:
- Validate Inputs: Ensure user inputs meet expected formats.
- Encode Inputs: Escape special characters in LDAP queries. (I used this solution)
- Use Libraries: Employ secure frameworks for LDAP handling.
🔒 Key Takeaway:
- Proper validation and encoding are crucial for web security against LDAP injection.
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