OWASP Methodology

OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) is an international non-profit organization focused on improving software security. At Haxoris, we use proven OWASP methodologies as the foundation of our penetration tests to ensure the highest level of protection for our clients.

The OWASP Top 10 highlights the most critical web application security risks. We combine the Top 10 with OWASP projects such as ASVS and Cheat Sheets to deliver a pragmatic penetration testing methodology that is repeatable, comprehensive, and aligned with industry standards.

OWASP Top 10 – Illustration of security threats and penetration testing

OWASP Top 10 as the Foundation of Penetration Testing

The OWASP Top 10 represents the ten most critical risks affecting modern web applications. Our penetration tests are informed by this list and help you identify vulnerabilities such as Broken Access Control, Injection, and Security Misconfiguration. This framework ensures your systems can withstand real-world attacks.

The list is regularly updated by a global community and is a trusted standard for assessing web application security. We ensure that your application is tested according to the latest version of the OWASP Top 10.

Broken Access Control
Cryptographic Failures
Injection
Insecure Design
Security Misconfiguration

Vulnerable and Outdated Components
Identification and Authentication Failures
Software and Data Integrity Failures
Security Logging and Monitoring Failures
Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)

OWASP as the Basis of a Professional Approach to Security

In addition to the OWASP Top 10, we use many other projects, tools, and recommendations from the OWASP community. We operate in accordance with their principles of transparency, open access, and community-vetted solutions.

Frequently used projects include the OWASP Cheat Sheets, which provide practical guidance for developers, and OWASP Threat Dragon – a tool for threat modeling. These tools complement our technical testing and help secure the entire software lifecycle.

How We Apply OWASP in Penetration Testing

Scoping and threat modeling aligned to OWASP guidance
Risk-led testing informed by OWASP Top 10 and ASVS
Manual verification complemented with vetted tooling
Evidence collection, impact analysis, and prioritization
Retest and closure with clear proof of remediation

What You Receive

Executive summary for leadership
Technical report mapped to OWASP categories
Actionable remediation steps and references
Issue tracker export and one free retest

Why Choose Haxoris for OWASP-Based Testing?

Experience

Experts in offensive security and penetration testing with enterprise projects.

Transparency

Clear scope, updates, and deliverables at every stage of testing.

Collaboration

We work closely with engineering teams to accelerate remediation.

Professionalism

Ethical, safe testing practices with documented procedures.

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OWASP & Penetration Testing – FAQ

The OWASP Top 10 is a consensus list of the most critical web application security risks, regularly updated by the community.

OWASP provides methodologies and references—such as the Top 10 and ASVS—that define coverage and expected controls, improving test quality and reporting.

No. OWASP is guidance and best practices. It complements compliance frameworks by improving security assurance.

Executive summary, technical report mapped to OWASP categories, remediation guidance, and a retest.

Why Is OWASP Important for Your Security?

Transparent and open standards recognized globally
Methodologies suitable for both small and enterprise environments
Enable a consistent and repeatable testing process
Increase your organization’s credibility with partners and clients

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