# Introduction Welcome to this interactive lab! Our focus is on SQL injection vulnerabilities - a prevalent and serious risk to web applications. In simple terms, SQL injection attacks happen when an application receives data that hasn't been properly checked or coded, and this data is included in a SQL query. This loophole can allow cyber attackers to run harmful SQL commands, which might lead to unauthorized access to confidential data or enable them to perform other harmful actions. The goal of this lab is two-fold. Firstly, we aim to demystify the core concepts of SQL injection vulnerabilities, breaking them down into understandable pieces. Secondly, we provide hands-on practice to help you learn how to exploit these vulnerabilities, not for malicious intent, but to better understand and prevent them. This practical approach will equip you with the knowledge and skills to protect your applications from such threats.
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