XSS Unpacked: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Stop It

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a prevalent security vulnerability that poses a significant threat to web applications worldwide. It involves the injection of malicious scripts into otherwise benign and trusted websites. When users visit a compromised site, the injected script executes within their browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or other malicious activities.

Definition and Significance

XSS allows attackers to execute scripts in the victim’s browser, which can hijack user sessions, deface websites, or redirect the …

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