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Training DAST - Detecting Vulnerabilities in Web Applications
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Companies: Aptar, ArcelorMittal, Equans, EDF, Ubisoft and Microsoft.
Learning objectives
- Master advanced DAST tools for professional web application scans
- Develop skills in automated detection of dynamic vulnerabilities
- Implement DAST in CI/CD pipelines for certified DevSecOps
- Design scalable DAST testing strategies for enterprises
- Optimize DAST reports for rapid remediation and GDPR compliance
- Deploy black-box DAST on production-like environments
- Integrate DAST into security ecosystems for expert-level skills
Program
Module 1DAST Fundamentals: Advanced Configuration of Dynamic Scanners (Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP)
Dive into expert setup of Burp Suite Pro and OWASP ZAP for black-box DAST scans, configure advanced proxies and automated authentication, perform initial audits on real vulnerable apps, analyze HTTP/S traffic with custom scripts, produce actionable preliminary reports for security teams, hands-on exercises on enterprise cases to detect SQL injections and XSS dynamically, immediately leverage your skills in this certified professional training.
Module 2DAST Techniques: Exploiting Advanced Vulnerabilities (Auth Bypass, CSRF, API Testing)
Explore sophisticated dynamic attacks via DAST, simulate auth bypass and session hijacking scenarios with custom tools, deeply test REST/GraphQL APIs on containerized environments, integrate intelligent fuzzing and payload mutation, collaborate in pairs for joint hunts, generate exploitation proofs (PoC) for technical committees, apply methods to your red-thread project, gain efficiency in securing critical enterprise applications.
Module 3DAST Automation: Scripts and CI/CD Integration (Jenkins, GitLab, Docker)
Automate DAST pipelines with Python/Selenium for recurring scans, integrate ZAP into Jenkins/GitLab CI for automated security gates, containerize DAST tests via Docker Compose, configure alert thresholds and filter false positives with basic ML, execute parallel runs on clusters, analyze coverage and speed metrics, deploy your first functional DevSecOps pipeline, transform your workflow in this certified training for high-performing agile teams.
Module 4Advanced DAST: SPA/Microservices Testing and Evasion Techniques (WAF Bypass)
Master DAST on Single Page Apps (React/Angular) and Kubernetes microservices, bypass WAF/IPS with obfuscated payloads and timing attacks, scan WebSockets and encrypted traffic, optimize for AWS/Azure cloud environments, perform hybrid grey-box audits, prioritize findings by CVSS and business impact, produce quantified remediation roadmaps, apply to real enterprise cases, boost your expertise for secure production deployments.
Module 5DAST Strategies: Reporting, Remediation, and Certification (OWASP, PTES)
Synthesize professional DAST reports with interactive dashboards (ELK Stack), align with OWASP ASVS/PTES standards for certified audits, simulate C-level security reviews with quantified ROI, develop automated remediation plans, test post-fix verifications, present red-thread project in live defense, access alumni community for ongoing mentoring, conclude with advanced DAST skills certification, propel your cybersecurity career.
Evaluation method
- Advanced MCQ on DAST vulnerabilities and tools
- Practical evaluation through automated CI/CD scans
- Defense of red-thread DAST project under real conditions
Learning method
- Courses led by an active OSCP-certified pentester
- Hands-on exercises on enterprise-vulnerable labs
- Progressive red-thread DAST project over 5 days
- Complete course materials and open-source scripts provided
Methods, materials and delivery
The Training DAST - Detecting Vulnerabilities in Web Applications program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.
The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.
Equipment required
For the smooth delivery of the Training DAST - Detecting Vulnerabilities in Web Applications program, the following equipment is required:
- Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
- Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
- Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
- Post-training access to materials and educational resources
For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.
* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program
Skills assessment methods
Assessment of skills acquired during the Training DAST - Detecting Vulnerabilities in Web Applications program is performed through:
- During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
- End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
- After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills
Program accessibility
Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.
Enrollment terms and lead times
Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.
The Learni story
Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.
Our method
Training quality, guaranteed at every step
Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.
You meet the trainer beforehand
30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.
- Live briefing on goals and team context.
- Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Content tailored to your context
No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.
- Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
- Program co-written then validated by your team.
Continuous quality follow-up
Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.
- NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
- Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.
A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.
Our social commitment
A school kit donated to a child for every training booked
To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.
- Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
- Distributed through our partner charities
- Included, at no extra cost to you
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which tools are used in DAST training?+
Hands-on work runs on burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, auth Bypass, CSRF, API Testing and jenkins. Those tools come from the DAST program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after DAST training?+
They can master advanced DAST tools for professional web application scans, develop skills in automated detection of dynamic vulnerabilities and implement DAST in CI/CD pipelines for certified DevSecOps. Those are the stated objectives of the DAST program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the DAST program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: DAST Fundamentals: Advanced Configuration of Dynamic Scanners (Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP). Day 2: DAST Techniques: Exploiting Advanced Vulnerabilities (Auth Bypass, CSRF, API Testing). Day 3: DAST Automation: Scripts and CI/CD Integration (Jenkins, GitLab, Docker). Day 4: Advanced DAST: SPA/Microservices Testing and Evasion Techniques (WAF Bypass). Day 5: DAST Strategies: Reporting, Remediation, and Certification (OWASP, PTES). The DAST program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is DAST training assessed?+
Assessment relies on advanced MCQ on DAST vulnerabilities and tools, practical evaluation through automated CI/CD scans and defense of red-thread DAST project under real conditions. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the DAST program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does DAST training cost per participant?+
DAST training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.DAST training costs $5,775 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $10,395 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does DAST training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for DAST training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before DAST training?+
Mastery of OWASP Top 10, experience with Burp Suite/ZAP, Python/Bash scripting for test automation.
Is a certificate issued after DAST training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
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