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Glossary Term Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

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What is Cross Site Scripting (XSS)?

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a web application vulnerability that lets attackers inject malicious scripts into pages viewed by other users.

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Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Definition: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a web application vulnerability that lets attackers inject malicious scripts into pages viewed by other users.

Understanding Cross Site Scripting (XSS)

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. It is a common web application flaw.

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