Web Testing Methodologies
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What is the main benefit of performing structured reconnaissance of a web application before active testing?
- AIt replaces the need for separate authentication or authorisation testing
- BIt maps the application's pages, parameters and technologies to guide where to focus testing✓
- CIt confirms the application is secure once the mapping phase completes
- DIt patches any vulnerabilities discovered during the mapping phase just as soon as they are found in testing
Answer: Reconnaissance discovers the structure, entry points, parameters and technologies of an application so the tester can target subsequent testing effectively. It does not patch flaws, prove the application secure, or remove the need to test authentication and authorisation.