OWASP Top 10 Explained (2026 Edition)

The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Top 10 is a consensus-driven list of the most critical security risks to web applications.

1. Broken Access Control

This remains the #1 risk. It occurs when users can access data or perform actions outside of their intended permissions.

2. Cryptographic Failures

Protecting sensitive data at rest and in transit is more critical than ever. This includes using strong encryption and secure key management.

3. Injection Attacks

SQL injection and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) continue to plague applications. Proper input validation and parameterized queries are essential.

4. Insecure Design

Security must be integrated into the design phase of the application lifecycle, not added as an afterthought.

5. Security Misconfiguration

Even secure code can be compromised by insecure server configurations or default settings.

How We Test for OWASP Top 10

Our manual penetration testing is built on the OWASP Top 10 methodology, ensuring your application is resilient against these high-risk threats. Our web application penetration testing covers all categories in detail.