Threat Spotlight: The Average Web Application Has 20 Security Vulnerabilities
Barracuda Networks, Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
Barracuda research finds the average web application carries 20 security vulnerabilities, with two flaw types making up half.
Barracuda threat research found that the average web application contains 20 security vulnerabilities. Information disclosure and brand impersonation vulnerabilities account for 49% of all detected flaws, and both can help an attacker prepare a more convincing follow-on attack.
The scans indicate many websites remain exposed through basic oversights rather than exotic weaknesses.
The post identifies the seven most common flaw types found across the scanned estate. It closes with guidance on reducing exposure, focusing on the low-effort fixes that remove the bulk of detected issues.