SQL Injection - Error Based Scanner
Detects error-based SQL injection vulnerabilities by analyzing database error messages in application responses.
What is SQL Injection - Error Based?
Error-based SQL injection is a technique where attackers exploit verbose database error messages to extract information from the database. When an application displays raw database errors to users, attackers can craft malicious SQL queries that cause the database to reveal its structure, table names, column names, and even sensitive data through error messages.
Why is This Important?
This vulnerability is critical because it can lead to complete database compromise. Attackers can extract all data including usernames, passwords, personal information, and financial records. Unlike blind SQL injection, error-based attacks provide immediate feedback, making exploitation faster and more reliable. A single vulnerable parameter can expose your entire database.
How It Works
1. Web Crawling
Intelligent crawling discovers all endpoints, forms, parameters, and dynamic content across your web application.
2. Payload Injection
AI-powered payloads test each input vector for web vulnerabilities with context-aware attack patterns.
3. Response Analysis
Advanced analysis detects vulnerability signatures in responses, confirming exploitability with proof-of-concept.
Key Capabilities
Industry-leading web security testing powered by AI, trusted by security teams worldwide for accurate vulnerability detection.
- Deep web crawling with JavaScript rendering support
- Context-aware payload generation for each parameter
- False positive elimination through response analysis
- OWASP Top 10 and CWE compliance mapping
- Seamless CI/CD and DevSecOps integration
Frequently Asked Questions
How does error-based SQL injection differ from other types?
Error-based SQL injection relies on database error messages to extract data, making it faster than blind techniques. The database literally tells the attacker what they want to know through error output.
What databases are vulnerable to this attack?
All major databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and SQLite can be vulnerable. Each has specific error-based techniques tailored to their error message formats.
How can I prevent error-based SQL injection?
Use parameterized queries/prepared statements, disable detailed error messages in production, implement input validation, and apply the principle of least privilege to database accounts.
Can WAFs protect against this attack?
WAFs provide some protection but can often be bypassed. They should be used as defense-in-depth, not as the primary protection. Secure coding practices are essential.
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