Understanding Cross Site Scripting (XSS) By Maloy Roy Orko
What is Cross Site Scripting? Cross Site Scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability found in web applications. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into content that is served to other users. This can lead to various attacks, such as stealing cookies, session tokens, or any sensitive information. Common Backend Coding Mistakes Leading to XSS Here are 20 common backend coding mistakes that can lead to XSS vulnerabilities, along with examples of how they can be exploited: 1. Not Sanitizing User Input: Code: <?php $comment = $_POST['comment']; ?> <div><?php echo $comment; ?></div> Payload: <script>alert('XSS')</script> This payload will execute when the comment is displayed. Patch: Sanitize input before rendering. ...