Boost Your Bug Bounty Game with These Handy Tools!
Hey there! I’m Mayank, aka AIwolfie, a bug hunter on a mission to explore vulnerabilities and share the coolest tools that make the journey exciting. Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced hacker, these browser extensions will be your best buddies in the bug bounty world. Grab your coffee (yes, coffee fuels this hacker’s brain!), and let’s dive into a collection of tools that will upgrade your browser into a powerful hacking workstation.
1. Wappalyzer
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/wappalyzer-technology-pro/gppongmhjkpfnbhagpmjfkannfbllamg
Wappalyzer is like that one friend who always knows everyone at a party. This extension identifies the technologies used on a website — CMS, JavaScript libraries, frameworks, and even third-party services. Why guess when you can know?
How it helps: Imagine you’re targeting a website, and Wappalyzer tells you it’s running WordPress. Boom! You’re already halfway to finding vulnerabilities like outdated plugins or misconfigurations.
Pro Tip: It’s especially useful for recon when you’re creating a tech stack profile of your target.
2. Shodan
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/shodan/jjalcfnidlmpjhdfepjhjbhnhkbgleap
This is the OG hacker’s extension. With Shodan, you can see all the exposed services, open ports, and vulnerabilities of a domain directly in your browser. Think of it as Google for hackers but without the search history shame.
How it helps: Spotting juicy targets like unsecured databases and forgotten dev servers just got easier.
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to combine Shodan results with your manual recon for maximum impact.
3. Cookie Editor
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/cookie-editor/hlkenndednhfkekhgcdicdfddnkalmdm?hl=en
Need to mess with cookies like a true hacker who’s also a foodie? This extension lets you view, edit, and inject cookies for fun and profit. Perfect for testing session management issues like authentication bypasses.
How it helps: Modify JWT tokens, change cookie values, or even steal your own cookies during testing. Yes, stealing from yourself is ethical here!
Pro Tip: Pair it with Burp Suite to automate cookie shenanigans for better results.
4. HackTools
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/hack-tools/cmbndhnoonmghfofefkcccljbkdpamhi
Why open multiple tabs for payloads when you can have them neatly organized in one place? HackTools gives you a treasure trove of XSS payloads, SQL queries, and other handy scripts right in your browser.
How it helps: Saves you from googling “common XSS payloads” for the millionth time. You’re welcome.
Pro Tip: Use it for quick testing of input fields to see if you can inject some “hacker magic.”
5. JSON Formatter
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/json-formatter/bcjindcccaagfpapjjmafapmmgkkhgoa?hl=en
For every time you’re hit with an ugly JSON blob, this extension prettifies it for easy reading.
How it helps: Makes analyzing API responses so much easier.
Pro Tip: Combine it with Postman or Burp Suite for seamless API recon.
6. Multi-Account Containers
For Firefox users, this extension is a blessing. Multi-Account Containers let you separate your browser sessions into different containers.
How it helps: Perfect for testing multi-user functionalities like admin and regular user sessions simultaneously.
Pro Tip: Use different colors for containers to avoid confusion during testing.
7. DotGit
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/dotgit/pampamgoihgcedonnphgehgondkhikel?hl=en
Scan for exposed .git repositories like a pro. This extension detects vulnerable .git folders that could lead to source code leaks.
How it helps: Quickly identify potential code disclosure risks during your recon phase.
Pro Tip: Pair it with manual testing to confirm sensitive file exposure.
8. Hackbar
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/hackbar/djmoeoifnlhjolebkehmpaocfnipknbh?hl=en
Hackbar is a penetration tester’s mini lab. Use it to encode/decode strings, craft payloads, and test for basic vulnerabilities.
How it helps: A lightweight alternative to full-fledged tools for quick vulnerability testing.
Pro Tip: Great for quick XSS and SQL injection testing on input fields.
9. Modify Header Value
Modify HTTP headers on the fly with this handy extension.
How it helps: Test for headers like X-Forwarded-For and User-Agent to bypass security mechanisms.
Pro Tip: Combine it with Burp Suite to identify server-side header processing vulnerabilities.
10. FoxyProxy
Link: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/foxyproxy
FoxyProxy is the secret weapon for anyone using Burp Suite or OWASP ZAP. It makes switching between proxies a breeze.
How it helps: No more manual proxy settings. Just click and switch.
Pro Tip: Set up different profiles for different tools (Burp, ZAP, or a SOCKS proxy) to save time.
11. OWASP Penetration Testing Kit
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/owasp-penetration-testing/ojkchikaholjmcnefhjlbohackpeeknd
A must-have for security enthusiasts, this extension provides quick access to OWASP testing methodologies and tools. It’s like carrying a portable OWASP manual in your browser.
How it helps: Simplifies penetration testing by integrating directly with browser workflows.
Pro Tip: Use this extension alongside manual testing for a robust testing strategy.
12. retire.js
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/retirejs/moibopkbhjceeedibkbkbchbjnkadmom?hl=en
Retire.js identifies vulnerable JavaScript libraries being used by websites.
How it helps: Instantly points out outdated libraries that could be exploited.
Pro Tip: Always report outdated libraries with clear PoCs for better bug bounty submissions.
13. Temp Mail
Don’t want to use your personal email while signing up on sketchy sites? Temp Mail has you covered.
How it helps: Generate disposable emails for testing signup and login functionalities without cluttering your inbox.
Pro Tip: Use it for testing email-based bugs like password reset vulnerabilities.
14. Open Multiple URLs
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/open-multiple-urls/oifijhaokejakekmnjmphonojcfkpbbh?hl=en
This extension does exactly what it says — opens multiple URLs at once.
How it helps: Test bulk URLs quickly during recon or when analyzing a large list of endpoints.
Pro Tip: Use it for testing multiple subdomains for default pages or errors.
15. Broken Link Checker
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/broken-link-checker/bjcoimpfplliplknnmgbffboiihamekf?hl=en
Find broken links on a webpage with ease.
How it helps: Broken links can sometimes lead to forgotten admin panels or exposed sensitive directories.
Pro Tip: Combine it with manual testing to check if broken links can be manipulated.
16. YesWeHack VDP Finder
Link: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/yeswehack-vdp-finder/jnknjejacdkpnaacfgolbmdohkhpphjb
This extension helps you find vulnerability disclosure programs (VDPs) effortlessly.
How it helps: Quickly discover platforms and organizations where you can report bugs legally.
Pro Tip: Use this to expand your scope of testing and diversify the programs you participate in.
Conclusion
And there you have it, folks! A collection of browser extensions that will make your bug bounty journey smoother than a perfectly brewed cup of coffee. Just remember — tools are only as good as the hacker using them. So keep learning, keep experimenting, and most importantly, keep reporting those bugs!
Until next time, happy hacking! Let’s make the internet safer, one bug at a time while sipping on our favorite cup of coffee.
