Business Logic Bypass – Manipulating Workflows (e.g., Skipping Payment Steps)

Introduction In the world of cybersecurity, Business Logic Bypass is a critical yet often overlooked vulnerability. Unlike traditional attacks like SQL injection or cross-site scripting (XSS), business logic flaws exploit legitimate application workflows in unintended ways. Attackers manipulate these workflows to skip payment steps, escalate privileges, or access restricted features—without triggering typical security alarms. This blog explores how business logic bypass