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dalfox

Dalfox is a powerful XSS scanning and parameter analysis tool designed for integration into automated security workflows on the Canva platform. Its primary objective is to detect cross-site scripting vulnerabilities across multiple web application URLs efficiently.

Ideal Use Cases & Fit​

Dalfox excels in scenarios where rapid identification of XSS vulnerabilities is critical, especially during the reconnaissance phase of security assessments. Typical inputs include newline-separated lists of target URLs. It effectively analyzes web applications, generating insightful reports on potential vulnerabilities. However, it may not be suitable for applications requiring in-depth testing of complex data flows beyond standard XSS checks.

Value in Workflows​

Integrating Dalfox into security workflows enhances capabilities for early reconnaissance and vulnerability detection. By automating XSS scanning, it streamlines the assessment process, allowing security teams to identify and mitigate risks more effectively. Additionally, its ability to adapt its output for various post-processing tasks helps facilitate thorough reporting and analysis.

Input Data​

Dalfox expects input in the form of newline-separated URLs, which serve as the targets for scanning. This input must be provided in a file with a required format for the tool to function correctly.

Example Input:

https://example.com/page1
https://example.com/page2

Configuration​

  • format: Specifies the output format of the results, such as plain or json, with json as the default.
  • data: Utilizes a POST method with optional body data for deeper testing.
  • waf-evasion: Adjusts scanning speed to avoid detection by Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
  • user-agent: Sets a custom User-Agent string for requests.
  • cookie: Adds custom cookies for session management during testing.
  • follow-redirects: Enables automatic handling of HTTP redirects.
  • header: Allows the inclusion of custom HTTP headers.
  • timeout: Configures the request timeout duration in seconds, defaulting to 10.
  • proxy: Directs all requests through a specified proxy server, with a default of PROXY_FULL.
  • silence: Controls output verbosity, maintaining silence in report generation.

Integrating these parameters into workflows ensures precise control over Dalfox's behavior during automated security assessments.