Docker for Web App Pentesters
Overview Having a flexible and isolated environment doesn’t just save us time , it can also be crucial for testing . Whether you’re deploying a real-world application stack for research, testing exploits, or setting up vulnerable apps for practice, you need a system that’s both adaptable and reliable . Enter Docker. Docker makes it easier than ever to deploy, scale, and manage applications in various environments . Today we’ll take a look at why Docker is a staple in my day to day tools, demonstrate its utility for pentesting and provide a quick-start guide to setting up labs and testing environments . What is Docker? Docker is a platform that uses containerization technology to package an application and its dependencies into a single container . Unlike traditional virtual machines (VMs) that virtualize the entire OS , Docker containers share the same OS kernel and isolate the application processes from each other. So what are the advantages over traditional VMs? Li...