Web Security: Common Vulnerabilities And Their Mitigation - Learn by example - how does SQLi work?

The video tutorial explains SQL injection, a common web security vulnerability. It uses example 13 to demonstrate how SQL injection can be exploited through URL manipulation, allowing unauthorized access to database information. The tutorial highlights the dangers of using unvalidated user input in SQL queries and provides examples of how attackers can manipulate SQL statements to gain access to sensitive data. It also discusses the Bobby Tables example, illustrating the potential consequences of SQL injection attacks.

What is the primary function of the form described in the text?

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Explain how the account ID is passed in the URL and its implications.

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Describe the SQL query construction process mentioned in the text.

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What happens when a user inputs '1234 or true' in the account ID field?

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What are the potential risks of using user input directly in SQL queries?

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What is the significance of the 'dash dash' in SQL statements?

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How could the example of 'Bobby tables' lead to a loss of the student database?

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