Web Hacker's Toolbox - Tools Used by Successful Hackers - Introduction-Web Application Security Testing with Google Hack

This course on Web Applications Security Testing with Google Hacking teaches how sensitive data can be indexed by Google and become publicly exposed. It covers the technique of Google Hacking, used by ethical hackers to find security weaknesses in web applications. The course includes demonstrations on finding directory listings, SQL errors, backup files, and internal server errors using Google Hacking. It also explains the Google Hacking database and a case study on a vulnerability in Microsoft Yammer. Finally, it discusses methods to prevent Google indexing and protect sensitive data.

What countermeasures can be taken to prevent Google indexing of sensitive data?

How will the course help you apply knowledge in your own penetration testing projects?