Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner
Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner (WCVS) is a Go-based CLI tool for detecting web cache poisoning and deception vulnerabilities. It supports 10 poisoning techniques and multiple deception methods, includes URL crawling and proxy integration, and is licensed under Apache 2.0.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | Hackmanit/Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner |
| Owner | Hackmanit |
| Primary language | Go |
| License | Apache-2.0 — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 1.2k |
| Forks | 161 |
| Open issues | 0 |
| Latest release | 2.0.0 (2025-08-24) |
| Last updated | 2026-01-21 |
| Source | https://github.com/Hackmanit/Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner |
What Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner is
WCVS performs automated testing of web cache vulnerabilities by injecting payloads via unkeyed headers, parameters, HTTP request smuggling, and cache deception techniques. It analyzes cache behavior, generates JSON reports, and can be integrated into CI/CD pipelines with customizable rate limiting and proxy routing.
Get the Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
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Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Requires Go 1.21+ or Docker for building; pre-built binaries available for most platforms.
- Depends on two wordlists (header and parameter names) which must be present or specified via flag; included templates provided.
- Rate limiting via `--throttle` flag essential to avoid IP blocking when testing production systems.
- Proxy integration (e.g., Burp Suite) requires explicit flag configuration; test proxy routing before large scans.
- JSON report generation can become large for extensive crawls; manage disk space and report paths appropriately.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- Without Explicit Authorization — Do not use against systems you do not own or have written permission to test. Unauthorized security scanning may violate laws.
- Requires Deep Cache Internals Knowledge — If your team lacks understanding of cache behavior and HTTP semantics, false positives and misconfigurations are likely.
- Targets Without Web Caches — Avoid deployment against applications or APIs that do not use caching infrastructure; tool will produce no actionable results.
- No Custom Adaptation Support Needed — If testing only standard HTTP caches without custom headers or cache-control logic, simpler tools may be sufficient.
License & commercial use
Licensed under Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0), a permissive OSI-approved license allowing commercial use, modification, and distribution with attribution and liability disclaimer.
Apache 2.0 is a permissive license suitable for commercial use. However, verify that testing web cache vulnerabilities in your deployment context complies with your organization's legal and compliance requirements. No warranty or indemnification is provided by the license.
DEV.co evaluation signals
Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.
| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Adequate |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Low |
| DEV.co fit | Good |
| Assessment confidence | High |
WCVS is a security testing tool intended for authorized use only. Users must ensure they have explicit permission to scan target systems. The tool generates HTTP traffic that mimics attack patterns; rate-limit flags should be used to avoid detection/blocking. No information available on input sanitization, secrets handling in logs, or report encryption. Verify proxy configuration if routing through Burp or similar tools to ensure sensitive headers are not logged unintentionally.
Alternatives to consider
Burp Suite (Professional)
Full-featured web app security scanner with native cache poisoning detection, manual testing UI, and commercial support. Higher cost and steeper learning curve.
OWASP ZAP
Free, open-source web app scanner with cache-related checks. Broader vulnerability coverage but less specialized for cache poisoning. Community-driven.
Httpie / curl scripting
Manual HTTP testing with full control. Lower automation and higher operator skill required; suitable for targeted testing rather than comprehensive scanning.
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Web-Cache-Vulnerability-Scanner FAQ
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