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X.509 Certificate

X.509 is a standard format for public key certificates, digital documents that bind cryptographic keys to entities such as individuals, organizations, or devices. These certificates are used in many internet protocols to authenticate the identity of a user, server, or service, and to establish secure communication channels using encryption. Here are some key components and […]

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XSS Filter Evasion

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) filter evasion refers to techniques used by attackers to bypass or circumvent XSS filtering mechanisms implemented by web browsers or web application firewalls (WAFs). XSS is a type of security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. XSS filters are security controls designed to

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XSS Protection

XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) protection refers to the measures implemented to mitigate and prevent XSS attacks, which are a type of security vulnerability commonly found in web applications. XSS attacks occur when an attacker injects malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. These scripts can execute in the context of a victim’s browser, potentially

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