Google has created a new browser API that will help Chrome fight certain types of cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities, adding another level of protection at the browser level to keep users safe ...

Online ad industry moves away from once prolific ads that are now deemed insecure because of DOM-based XSS vulnerabilities. Certain types of online ads that expand, contract and pop-open aren’t just ...

Millions of Wordpress websites are at risk due to a vulnerability present in the default installation of the content management system. Security researcher David Dede warned on Wednesday the ...

SQL injection has been getting most of the attention lately, but the average SQL injection attack isn't nearly as sophisticated and difficult to pull off as a well-crafted cross-site scripting (XSS) ...

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...

Millions of websites running WordPress are at risk of hijacking attacks thanks to a vulnerability that is actively being exploited in the wild and is present in the default installation of the widely ...

In today’s digital landscape, web applications are integral to our daily lives, enabling seamless interactions and transactions. However, this increased connectivity also opens the door to potential ...

In 2005, a MySpace user named Samy discovered a unique way to expand his buddy list. Within 24 hours, the number of friends on his page grew from 73 to more than 1 million. He achieved this instant ...

A researcher found a cross-site scripting flaw in Wix templates that a worm could have used to infect all Wix-hosted sites, but couldn't find a way to report the vulnerability A cross-site scripting ...

Gallup, the well-known international market research company, has moved to block security flaws on its website. The cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability could have exposed personal data or been ...