Terms & Conditions
Educational Use Policy & Legal Disclaimer
Educational Purpose
The Hacksmith Shop Vulnerable Web Application (THSVWA) is a deliberately vulnerable web application created exclusively for educational purposes. This platform contains intentional security vulnerabilities designed to teach web application security concepts, penetration testing techniques, and secure coding practices.
This application is intended for use by security professionals, students, educators, and researchers to learn about common web application vulnerabilities in a safe, controlled environment.
Authorized Use
You are explicitly authorized to test, exploit, and experiment with this application for educational purposes.
Acceptable use includes:
- Learning about web application security vulnerabilities
- Practicing penetration testing techniques
- Understanding secure coding practices
- Educational research and academic purposes
- Security awareness training
- Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions and training
- Professional development in cybersecurity
- Teaching web application security concepts
Prohibited Activities
The techniques learned here must NEVER be used against systems you do not own or lack explicit permission to test.
Specifically prohibited:
- Using learned techniques against unauthorized systems
- Attacking third-party websites or applications
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any system
- Using this knowledge for malicious purposes
- Violating any local, state, federal, or international laws
- Sharing techniques with intent to cause harm
- Using automated tools against unauthorized targets
Legal Disclaimer
This application is provided "as is" for educational purposes only. By using this application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- You understand this is a deliberately vulnerable application
- You will use the knowledge gained responsibly and ethically
- You will not use learned techniques against unauthorized systems
- You are solely responsible for your actions and their consequences
- The creators are not liable for any misuse of this educational material
- You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- You understand the ethical implications of cybersecurity testing
Responsible Disclosure
When you discover vulnerabilities in real-world applications:
- Follow responsible disclosure practices
- Report findings to the appropriate security teams
- Respect bug bounty program guidelines
- Do not publicly disclose vulnerabilities without permission
- Help improve security rather than exploit weaknesses
Ethical Hacking Best Practices
As you develop your cybersecurity skills, remember to:
- Always obtain proper authorization before testing
- Respect privacy and confidentiality
- Follow the principle of least harm
- Document your findings professionally
- Continuously educate yourself on legal and ethical standards
- Contribute positively to the security community
- Help others learn and grow in cybersecurity
Questions or Concerns
If you have questions about these terms, ethical hacking practices, or need guidance on responsible vulnerability disclosure, please reach out to the cybersecurity community or educational institutions that can provide appropriate guidance.
Remember: With great power comes great responsibility. Use your cybersecurity knowledge to make the digital world safer for everyone.