Understanding Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)

Cross-Site Scripting, commonly known as XSS, is a type of web vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. This can lead to sensitive information theft, unauthorized actions on behalf of the victim, and more. In this blog post, we'll dive into the details of XSS and explore some examples to help you better understand this security risk.

What is XSS?

XSS occurs when a web application accepts user input without properly validating …

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