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HackTheBox Trapped Source Writeup

Explore the basics of cybersecurity in the Trapped Source Challenge on Hack The Box. This very-easy-level Challenge introduces encryption reversal and file handling concepts in a clear and accessible way, perfect for beginners.

https://app.hackthebox.com/challenges/491

Description

Intergalactic Ministry of Spies tested Pandora’s movement and intelligence abilities. She found herself locked in a room with no apparent means of escape. Her task was to unlock the door and make her way out. Can you help her in opening the door?

Exploitation

Just read the source.

Summary

Trapped Source is a very-easy-level challenge on Hack The Box that involves inspecting the web application’s source code. By carefully reading the source, the pin to retrieve the flag can be obtained without any additional exploitation, highlighting the importance of reviewing exposed code in web applications.

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