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fuzz testing

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fuzz testing
Attempting to cause a program or network to fail by feeding it randomly generated data. It typically finds elementary bugs and is not a substitute for formal testing with test data that are carefully created. See testing. See also fuzzy computer.


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lt;p>One Chinese researcher at the forum demonstrated a tool for fuzz testing of software, a technique used by software vendors and attackers that involves feeding a program invalid data inputs to see what causes a crash.
They discuss fuzzing types, principles, programming language choice, applications, and nontechnical factors that limit fuzz testing.
Their unique, targeted approach to the fuzz testing of networked and mobile applications exposes more flaws and weaknesses than any other testing platform or methodology.
 
 
 
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