XSS Attack Course - from Niebezpiecznik [sponsored]
The article on Niebezpiecznik's site focuses on the threats posed by Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. XSS is a technique where malicious scripts are injected into a web application. The piece discusses various types of XSS, including Stored, Reflected, and DOM-based attacks. It provides examples illustrating how these different attacks work and the potential consequences for users. Security professionals need to be aware of these threats and implement appropriate protective measures, such as Content Security Policy (CSP) or input validation. The article also advises regularly reviewing applications to detect potential security vulnerabilities.