Hacking Web Servers
Server misconfig and patching — audit a stack you run, not a random host.
1
What a Web Server Exposes
ReadingDefault pages, directory listing, outdated banners.
15 min
+40 XP
2
Patching and Least Modules
ReadingDisable unused modules; TLS; least privilege worker user.
15 min
+40 XP
3
Logs as the First Responder
ReadingAccess and error logs on YOUR server.
15 min
+40 XP
4
Lab — Harden a Local Static Server
Readingpython http.server notes: bind localhost, no directory listing homework on strangers.
25 min
+40 XP
5
Quiz — Web Servers
Practice Quiz10 APPLY questions on server hygiene.
10 min
+40 XP