insecure-design

Map penetration testing scenarios for insecure design vulnerabilities to reference files.

23|2|Updated Mar 13, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/zhanglimao/Abyss --skill insecure-design-zhanglimao
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Skill: insecure-design
Source: https://github.com/zhanglimao/Abyss/tree/main/skills/insecure-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhanglimao/Abyss --skill insecure-design-zhanglimao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you systematically identify and exploit security vulnerabilities stemming from architectural or design flaws, rather than coding errors, ensuring a more robust security posture.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Methodology Mapping: Provides clear guidance on which testing methods to use based on observed system behavior or characteristics.
  • Attack Technique Visualization: Offers mind maps and decision trees to understand and apply various insecure design attack vectors.
  • Use Case: When you encounter a business process that can be bypassed or a state machine that can be manipulated, this Skill provides specific reference files and methodologies to guide your testing and exploitation.

Quick Start

Use the insecure-design skill to find references for testing business logic flaws in e-commerce systems.

Frequently Asked Questions about insecure-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test for business logic abuse and insecure design vulnerabilities?

To test for business logic abuse and insecure design vulnerabilities, you need a methodology that maps testing scenarios to reference files, using decision trees to guide state transition attacks and trust boundary violations.

What is insecure design vulnerability assessment in system architecture?

Insecure design vulnerability assessment is the process of systematically identifying and exploiting security flaws stemming from architectural design errors rather than coding mistakes, ensuring a more robust security posture.

How do I perform penetration testing on state transition attacks in e-commerce systems?

Performing penetration testing on state transition attacks requires mapping observed system behavior to specific reference files and applying attack techniques through decision trees to bypass or manipulate business processes.

Do I need to understand system architecture to identify trust boundary violations?

Yes, understanding system architecture and business processes is required to effectively identify trust boundary violations and apply the testing methodologies mapped out for insecure design flaws.

What is the best way to uncover architecture flaws versus coding errors during threat modeling?

The best way to uncover architecture flaws during threat modeling is to focus on design vulnerabilities by visualizing attack vectors through mind maps and decision trees, rather than scanning for standard coding errors.