Security training platforms like DVWA, OWASP Juice Shop and bWAPP, often used for skill-building, have recently been exploited by attackers when improperly secured. Organisations, including Fortune 500 firms, have suffered breaches via exposed or misconfigured testing environments in both corporate and cloud networks.
Leaving these applications online, especially with default credentials, provides adversaries easy entry and a path to deeper infrastructure attacks. Cloud-based labs pose further risks if not isolated or monitored, turning vulnerable VMs into attractive attack vectors. Security teams must apply production-grade controls, ensure proper decommissioning, and maintain rigorous asset monitoring, as attackers actively hunt for overlooked testing platforms.
Security Training Platforms: Unintended Entry Points on Corporate Networks
