open-redirect

Identify and exploit open redirect vulnerabilities in web applications by analyzing redirect parameters and employing bypass techniques.

6|1|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/securityfortech/hacking-skills --skill open-redirect-securityfortech
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Skill: open-redirect
Source: https://github.com/securityfortech/hacking-skills/tree/main/skills/web/client-side/open-redirect
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/securityfortech/hacking-skills --skill open-redirect-securityfortech

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps identify and exploit vulnerabilities where applications redirect users to arbitrary URLs, which can be used for phishing or other malicious purposes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parameter Identification: Detects common redirect parameters in GET/POST requests and OAuth flows.
  • Bypass Techniques: Employs various methods to bypass filters and achieve redirection to attacker-controlled domains.
  • Use Case: An attacker can use this skill to craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a victim on a trusted website, redirects them to a phishing page designed to steal credentials.

Quick Start

Test the provided URL for open redirect vulnerabilities using the 'open-redirect' skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about open-redirect

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I detect and exploit open redirect vulnerabilities in web applications?

Open redirect vulnerabilities are identified by analyzing HTTP responses and URL parameters in GET/POST requests and OAuth flows, then employing bypass techniques to redirect users to attacker-controlled domains for phishing or token theft.

What is an open redirect vulnerability and how does it enable phishing attacks?

An open redirect vulnerability allows web applications to redirect users to arbitrary URLs, enabling attackers to craft malicious links on trusted websites that redirect victims to external phishing pages designed to steal credentials.

Can I use Burp Suite and ffuf for comprehensive open redirect testing?

Burp Suite and ffuf are utilized for comprehensive open redirect testing to analyze HTTP responses, fuzz URL redirect parameters, and validate JavaScript redirects for successful bypass opportunities.

What bypass techniques work against open redirect filters?

Bypass techniques for open redirect filters involve manipulating URL parameters and JavaScript redirects to achieve redirection to attacker-controlled domains, enabling scenarios like OAuth token theft and chaining with XSS or SSRF vulnerabilities.

How can open redirect vulnerabilities be chained with XSS or SSRF?

Open redirect vulnerabilities can be chained with XSS or SSRF by exploiting unvalidated redirect parameters to manipulate application behavior, allowing attackers to pivot from basic redirection into cross-site scripting or server-side request forgery scenarios.