The Ultimate Bug Hunter's Comprehensive Toolkit
A comprehensive, consolidated collection of payloads, tools, methodologies, and resources for bug bounty hunters and penetration testers from around the world. This repository represents years of collected knowledge, personal research, and community contributions.
| Category | Description | Count |
|---|---|---|
| XSS Payloads | Cross-Site Scripting vectors | 500+ |
| SQL Injection | Database attack vectors | 300+ |
| SSRF Payloads | Server-Side Request Forgery | 200+ |
| XXE Payloads | XML External Entity attacks | 150+ |
| SSTI Payloads | Server-Side Template Injection | 100+ |
| Command Injection | OS command execution | 250+ |
| Path Traversal | Directory traversal attacks | 100+ |
| File Upload | Malicious file upload vectors | 80+ |
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Reconnaissance | Information gathering tools |
| Vulnerability Scanning | Automated security scanners |
| Custom Scripts | Personal automation scripts |
| Exploitation Tools | Post-exploitation utilities |
| Setup Guides | Tool installation & configuration |
| Type | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Web Application | Complete web app security testing |
| OWASP Testing Guide | Industry standard methodology |
| Mobile Application | Mobile security assessment |
| API Security | REST/GraphQL API testing |
| Cloud Security | Cloud infrastructure testing |
| Platform | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Google Dorks | Advanced Google search operators |
| Shodan Queries | IoT and infrastructure discovery |
| GitHub Searches | Source code vulnerability research |
| Censys Queries | Internet-wide asset discovery |
| Section | Content |
|---|---|
| Bug Bounty Approach | Personal hunting methodologies |
| OWASP Testing Guide | Comprehensive testing framework |
| Platform-Specific | Target-specific approaches |
| Advanced Techniques | Expert-level strategies |
- Custom Automation Scripts: Personal tools developed through years of hunting
- Proven Methodologies: Battle-tested approaches with real-world success
- Curated Payload Collections: Hand-picked, verified attack vectors
- Real Case Studies: Documented findings and learning experiences
- Global Researcher Input: Contributions from top security researchers
- Latest Vulnerability Research: Up-to-date with current threats
- Industry Best Practices: Enterprise-grade security testing approaches
- Crowdsourced Intelligence: Community-verified techniques
- 200+ Vulnerability Types: From common to exotic attack vectors
- 1000+ Payloads: Ready-to-use exploitation strings
- 50+ Tools: Automated and manual testing utilities
- 100+ Methodologies: Step-by-step testing procedures
- Start Here: Beginner's Bug Bounty Guide
- Essential Tools: Basic Tool Setup
- First Steps: Your First Bug Hunt
- Advanced Techniques: Expert Methodologies
- Automation Scripts: Custom Tool Collection
- Latest Research: Cutting-Edge Payloads
# Clone the arsenal
git clone https://github.com/kdairatchi/Bug-Hunting-Arsenal.git
cd Bug-Hunting-Arsenal
# Run setup script
chmod +x Tools/Setup-Guides/install.sh
./Tools/Setup-Guides/install.sh- Essential Books - Must-read security literature
- Research Papers - Latest academic research
- Industry Reports - Real-world insights
- Online Courses - Structured learning paths
- Practice Labs - Hands-on environments
- Certification Guides - Professional development
- Total Files: 2,800+
- Payload Categories: 25+
- Tool Collections: 15+
- Methodology Guides: 30+
- Regular Updates: Weekly
- Community Contributors: 50+
This arsenal grows stronger with community contributions! We welcome:
- New Payloads: Tested and verified attack vectors
- Tool Contributions: Useful automation scripts
- Methodology Updates: Improved testing approaches
- Documentation: Better guides and explanations
See CONTRIBUTING.md for detailed guidelines.
- July 2025: Major repository consolidation and restructuring
- Enhanced Organization: Improved directory structure and navigation
- Expanded Coverage: Added cloud security and mobile testing sections
- Better Documentation: Comprehensive guides and quick-start materials
This repository is intended for:
- ✅ Educational purposes
- ✅ Authorized penetration testing
- ✅ Bug bounty programs
- ✅ Security research
Always ensure you have explicit permission before testing any systems.
- Base Repository: thevillagehacker/Bug-Hunting-Arsenal
- Community Contributors: Security researchers worldwide
- Bug Bounty Platforms: HackerOne, Bugcrowd, Synack, and others
This consolidation represents years of bug hunting experience, combining:
- Personal research and discoveries
- Community knowledge sharing
- Industry best practices
- Real-world testing scenarios
🎯 Happy Hunting! 🐛
"Security is not a product, but a process." - Bruce Schneier