• Online, Self-Paced

Most web apps accept some kind of input, whether from users or through other automated means. All app input must be treated as untrusted and must be vigorously validated to ensure application and data integrity. In this course, you'll learn the difference between Java and JavaScript, as well as what cross-site scripting is and how it can compromise a web site and its visitors. Next, you'll learn how to execute various XSS attacks against an intentionally vulnerable virtual machine, including through web forms. You'll also explore how to use XSS to hijack a user web browser and how to mitigate XSS attacks.

Learning Objectives

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Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Vulnerability Assessment and Management

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

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