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In this video, we walk through the RTFM challenge from the PerfectRoot CTF and examine how a simple source code review uncovered an improper authorization flaw. What appeared to be a harmless utility endpoint turned out to be the key to elevating a standard user to an admin-level account.

We break down the application flow, analyze the Flask routes, and explain why the add_admin endpoint was exposed without authorization checks. This is an excellent example of how small access-control mistakes can completely change an application's security posture.

Takeaways:
Even small “helper” endpoints must include proper authorization checks.
Source code review often reveals logic flaws that aren’t obvious from the UI.
Exposed admin functionality is one of the most common real-world web vulnerabilities.
Flask apps should use middleware or decorators to enforce role-based access control.
Never rely solely on client-visible behavior to assess a feature's security—always examine the backend logic.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:30 RTFM

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