Input Validation Testing

Purpose

Test all input points for proper validation and resistance to injection attacks.

When to Use

• API endpoint testing
• Form submission testing
• File upload testing
• Search functionality testing

Process

1. Identify all input points
2. Test SQL injection
3. Test XSS
4. Test command injection
5. Test file upload attacks

StudyAbroad-Specific Considerations

• University search input
• Application form fields
• Document upload filenames
• URL parameters