Web Application
Hacker's Field Guide
A Hands-On Approach to Securing Web Applications & APIs
Book Information
ISBN
978-981-94-4608-7
Imprint
Independent / Self-Published
Publication Date
November 15, 2025
Pages
250+
About This Book
Web Application Hacker's Field Guide is a comprehensive guide designed for security professionals, system administrators, and ethical hackers. This hands-on resource covers practical techniques for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in modern web applications and APIs.
Through real-world examples and detailed methodologies, the book explores offensive security practices, architectural vulnerabilities, and enterprise-grade security solutions. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of web application security.
Meet the Team
Author & Editor-in-Chief
Srinivasarao Kotipalli
Author
Cybersecurity professional with over a decade of experience in offensive security, cybersecurity architecture, and developing enterprise-grade security solutions. He has held roles at multiple major financial institutions, where he led large scale product security initiatives. Expertise spans the full lifecycle of cybersecurity solution development, from defining security requirements and threat modeling to architecting and implementing robust security platforms. He holds OSCP and OSCE certifications, is an active trainer and speaker at Black Hat and DEF CON, and previously authored Hacking Android.
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Nipun Negi
Co-Author
Cybersecurity professional with strong background in computer science and growing specialization in security research. Expertise includes web security, cryptography, software development, and cloud technologies. Practical experience spans security architecture, endpoint protection, and enterprise defense strategies. Work encompasses adversary emulation, red teaming, malware analysis, and automation. Actively contributes to the cybersecurity community through research and technical writing.
LinkedInSai Kumar Kolli
Co-Author
Holds Bachelor of Technology degree in Information Technology from Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College, Vijayawada, India. Expertise encompasses cybersecurity, network security, and remote sensing, blending analytical rigor with practical application. Contributed to projects involving multimodal remote sensing image fusion, vulnerability assessment, and automated security scanning. Committed to continuous learning and actively engages in workshops on generative AI, geospatial analysis, and emerging technologies.
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Harshavardhan Murapakala
Reviewer
Software Engineer with over five years of specialized experience in enterprise software security and large-scale application development. Expertise lies in designing and optimizing high-performance systems with strong emphasis on security, reliability, and scalability. Extensive experience implementing security controls, endpoint protection mechanisms, and secure coding practices. Background combines deep understanding of software architecture and security engineering with practical experience in building robust, high-performance systems.
LinkedInAbhijeth Dugginapeddi
Reviewer
Cybersecurity leader with over 15 years of experience across Australia, India, and the United States. Led Offensive Security, Cloud Security, Incident Response, and Product Security programs, helping organizations strengthen their security posture through practical, scalable strategies. Identified vulnerabilities in major technology companies including Google and Meta. Frequent international speaker with hundreds of presentations in more than 10 countries including Black Hat and DEF CON. Serves as Technical Advisor for Cyber Security Startup and Course Advisor at University of New South Wales, focusing on SecurebyDesign principles and Threat Modeling.
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Published November 15, 2025 | Singapore
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