My $750 Privilege Escalation Bug: How I Prevented Unauthorized Role Changes

Explore how I discover a role-changing vulnerability at Private program that allowed users to switch roles without admin privileges and get me paid 750$.This write-up provides the steps to reproduce this surprising bug and its potential impact.

Understanding Examlent.com(a pseudonym for the actual platform)

Examlent.com is an online job search and career information platform that connects job seekers with employers. It’s designed to help individuals find jobs, gain insights into salaries, and access valuable company information. Talent.com’s mission is to …

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