CWE-80: Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS)
Learn about CWE-80 (Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS)), its security impact, exploitation methods, and prevention guidelines.
What is Improper Neutralization of Script-Related HTML Tags in a Web Page (Basic XSS)?
• Overview: This vulnerability occurs when web applications do not properly neutralize script-related HTML tags, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts which can be executed in the user's browser.
• Exploitation Methods:
- Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting scripts into web forms, URLs, or any input fields that are not properly sanitized.
- Common attack patterns include inserting "