CAZT (Cloud AuthoriZation Trainer) - Hands-On Cloud API Authorization Testing

CAZT (Cloud AuthoriZation Trainer) - Hands-On Cloud API Authorization Testing

CAZT (Cloud AuthoriZation Trainer) is a simulator designed for security professionals and penetration testers to explore and practice attacking authorization vulnerabilities in cloud-provider REST APIs.

Unlike other vulnerable cloud environments, CAZT emphasizes the cloud provider's shared responsibility model rather than focusing solely on the customer.

This unique focus allows testers to gain hands-on experience with evaluating cloud vendors themselves and understanding what a vulnerable cloud service might look like.

Key Features of CAZT

  • Command-Line Interface Practice: Provides an interface for using cloud-provider command-line tools, enabling realistic hands-on practice.

  • Lab Manual: Includes scenarios based on OWASP authorization vulnerabilities, offering structured learning opportunities.

  • API Endpoints: Features six distinct API endpoints for discovering and exploiting vulnerabilities.

CAZT is ideal for penetration testers looking to deepen their understanding of cloud security and the shared responsibility model.

Requirements

To use CAZT effectively, ensure you meet the following prerequisites:

  • Technical Skills:

    • Fundamental knowledge of HTTP proxy Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) tools such as Burp Suite.

    • Basic experience with command-line usage.

    • Familiarity with a cloud provider's command-line interface (CLI) tools.

  • System Requirements:

    • A single local machine capable of running both the simulator and penetration testing tools.

    • Python version 3.8 or higher.

Supported Platforms

CAZT was developed and tested on Ubuntu Linux, but it should also work on other platforms that support Python 3.8 or later.

Installation Guide

Follow these steps to set up CAZT on your system:

1.Clone the Repository:
Use git to clone the CAZT repository (ensure you have git installed on your system).

2.Install Required Packages:
Run the following commands to install dependencies:

sudo apt install -y python3-virtualenv python3-pip

3.Set Up a Virtual Environment:
Create and activate a Python virtual environment:

virtualenv -p python3 venv

source venv/bin/activate

4.Install Python Dependencies:
Use pip to install the required Python packages:

pip3 install -r requirements.txt

Lab Manual

Once installed, you can access the lab manual located in the documentation/lab_manual/ directory. The manual provides detailed instructions and scenarios for practicing OWASP authorization vulnerabilities.

CAZT offers a unique opportunity for security professionals to hone their skills in identifying and exploiting cloud API vulnerabilities while gaining insight into the shared responsibility model of cloud providers.

By using this tool, penetration testers can better understand how vulnerable services are structured and how to test them effectively. You can learn more and Download CAZT (Cloud AuthoriZation Trainer) in GitHub.

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