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ZAP or Burp Suite Community Edition? Best Tool for Beginner Hackers
If you’re stepping into the fascinating world of ethical hacking, chances are you’ve heard about Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP) and Burp Suite Community Edition. These two tools are like bread and butter for penetration testers and cybersecurity enthusiasts.
But which one should you pick as a beginner hacker? Choosing the right tool can set the tone for your learning journey, and I’m here to help you decide which one might work better for your needs.
Let’s start with some real talk.
Both ZAP and Burp Suite Community Edition are designed to help you discover vulnerabilities in web applications.
Think of them as magnifying glasses for spotting weaknesses that could otherwise go unnoticed. They’re powerful, versatile, and — best of all — completely free. But the way they approach the job is a bit different, which can make all the difference depending on how you like to work and learn.
Zed Attack Proxy, often called ZAP, is developed by OWASP, the same folks who brought us the famous OWASP Top 10 list…
