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file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect

Detect insecure file upload vulnerabilities in web applications.

Updated May 16, 2026
Search Tags:#security#penetration testing#file upload#vulnerability detection#web application
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Chid0k/claude-marketplace --skill file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect
Source: https://github.com/Chid0k/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/vuln-detect-plugin/skills/file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Chid0k/claude-marketplace --skill file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill identifies and reports vulnerabilities in file upload mechanisms of web applications, ensuring that files are handled securely.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vulnerability Detection: Identifies file upload vulnerabilities such as XSS, XXE, SSRF, and file traversal.
  • Secure Upload Handling: Validates file types, content, and storage behavior to prevent unauthorized access and data leaks.
  • Use Case: When performing a security audit on a web application, this Skill can automatically check for insecure file upload configurations and report potential threats.

Quick Start

Run the file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect skill to scan the upload endpoint for insecure file handling.

Frequently Asked Questions about file-upload-vulnerabilities-detect

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I detect file upload vulnerabilities in a web application?▼

Detect file upload vulnerabilities by scanning web application upload endpoints to validate file types, content, storage, and retrieval behavior. This process identifies insecure configurations and reports potential threats like XSS, XXE, and file traversal.

What types of web application security threats are caused by insecure file uploads?▼

Insecure file uploads cause vulnerabilities including XSS, XXE, SSRF, and file traversal. These threats exploit unchecked file content, storage behavior, and retrieval processes, leading to unauthorized access and data leaks.

Can I automate secure file upload verification during a security audit?▼

Yes, you can automate secure file upload verification during a security audit by scanning the upload endpoint. The process automatically checks for insecure file handling configurations and reports potential threats.

Does file upload vulnerability detection require a specific server-side language?▼

File upload vulnerability detection requires a server-side language capable of handling HTTP requests. The target web application must also have active file upload functionality to perform the security scan.

What is the best way to prevent unauthorized access through file upload mechanisms?▼

Prevent unauthorized access through file upload mechanisms by validating file types, content, and storage behavior. Securely verifying these upload processes prevents data leaks and blocks malicious file execution attempts.

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