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In this detailed TryHackMe Farewell walkthrough, we break down how to bypass a Web Application Firewall (WAF) using a custom Python brute-force script, then escalate privileges by launching a stored XSS attack to gain admin access.
This room is an excellent example of real-world web application security, combining WAF evasion techniques, Python automation, and cross-site scripting exploitation. I explain each step clearly, including why common tools fail, how to adapt attacks to bypass filters, and how attackers abuse XSS for privilege escalation.
🔍 What you’ll learn in this video:
How WAFs block traditional brute-force attacks
Writing a Python script to evade WAF protections
Understanding request timing, headers, and payload mutation
Exploiting XSS to impersonate or manipulate an admin
Real-world attacker mindset used in web pentesting
Practical skills for CTFs, bug bounty, and red teaming
⚠️ For educational purposes only. Practice responsibly and legally.
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