SQLMap is an open-source penetration testing tool that automates the process of detecting and exploiting SQL injection vulnerabilities in web applications. It supports a wide range of databases and techniques to identify vulnerabilities like dumping database tables and executing commands. SQLMap should only be used for authorized security testing with the proper legal consent.

1. SQLMAP
SQLMAP IS AN OPEN-SOURCE PENETRATION TESTING TOOL THAT AUTOMATES THE
PROCESS OF DETECTING AND EXPLOITING SQL INJECTION VULNERABILITIES IN WEB
APPLICATIONS. SQL INJECTION IS A COMMON ATTACK VECTOR USED BY HACKERS TO
GAIN UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS TO A DATABASE BY INJECTING MALICIOUS SQL CODE
THROUGH VULNERABLE WEB APPLICATION INPUT FIELDS.

2. INTRODUCTION
Sqlmap is an open source penetration testing tool that automates the process of detecting
and exploiting SQL injection flaws and taking over of database servers. It comes with a
powerful detection engine, many niche features for the ultimate penetration tester and a
broad range of switches lasting from database fingerprinting, over data fetching from the
database, to accessing the underlying file system and executing commands on the
operating system via out-of-band connections.
The SQLMap microproject can provide an opportunity for individuals to learn ethical
hacking skills and gain hands-on experience with a widely used SQL injection testing tool.
This can be particularly valuable for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in
cybersecurity or information security.

3. BENEFITS
• Automated testing: SQLMap automates the process of testing web applications for
SQL injection vulnerabilities, saving time and effort for security testers.
• Wide range of testing options: SQLMap offers a wide range of testing options,
including parameter testing, cookie testing, header testing, and more. This allows
testers to thoroughly test a web application and identify potential vulnerabilities.
• Exploitation of vulnerabilities: SQLMap can also exploit identified vulnerabilities,
allowing testers to demonstrate the severity of the vulnerabilities and the potential
impact on the web application and its underlying systems.

4. BRIEF INFORMATION
• SQLMap is an open-source penetration testing tool that automates the
process of detecting and exploiting SQL injection vulnerabilities in web
applications. SQL injection is a common attack vector used by hackers to gain
unauthorized access to a database by injecting malicious SQL code through
vulnerable web application input fields.
• SQLMap can help security professionals and ethical hackers to identify and
exploit SQL injection vulnerabilities in a web application. The tool supports a
variety of database management systems, including MySQL, Oracle,
PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server. SQLMap is a command-line tool that
provides a wide range of options to customize the SQL injection tests,
including the ability to enumerate databases, tables, and columns, retrieve
data, execute commands on the underlying operating system, and even take
over the web application server.

5. • It is important to note that SQLMap should only be used for ethical hacking
and security testing purposes, with the proper authorization and legal
consent. Unauthorized use of this tool can lead to serious consequences,
including legal penalties and damage to reputation.

6. INTERFACE

7. THE KEY FEATURES OF SQLMAP
• Support for a wide range of databases, including MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and
Microsoft SQL Server.
• Automatic recognition of the web application’s backend database management
system.
• Automatic detection and exploitation of SQL injection vulnerabilities.
• Support for a range of exploitation techniques, including time-based blind SQL
injection and error-based SQL injection.
• Ability to dump database tables, columns, and data.
• Support for various output formats, including CSV, HTML, and XML.
• Ability to bypass various security mechanisms, such as Web Application Firewalls
(WAFs)

8. COURSE OUTCOMES
• Interpret IOT concepts
• Describe machine learning and data concepts
• Detect network , operating system and applications vulnerabilities

9. CONCLUSION
• In conclusion, the SQLMap microproject is an excellent opportunity to gain
hands-on experience in using this powerful tool for detecting and exploiting
SQL injection vulnerabilities in web applications. Through this project,
participants can learn how to identify vulnerabilities in web applications and
how to use SQLMap to automate the process of detecting and exploiting
those vulnerabilities