XSS - Reflected Scanner
Detects reflected cross-site scripting vulnerabilities where malicious scripts are reflected in responses.
What is XSS - Reflected?
Reflected XSS occurs when user input is immediately returned by a web application in an error message, search result, or any other response that includes the input without proper sanitization. The malicious script is not stored but 'reflected' off the web server and executed in the victim's browser when they click a crafted link.
Why is This Important?
Reflected XSS is widely exploited for phishing, session hijacking, and credential theft. Attackers can steal cookies, capture keystrokes, redirect users to malicious sites, or perform actions as the victim. It's the most common XSS type and often used in targeted attacks.
How It Works
1. Web Crawling
Intelligent crawling discovers all endpoints, forms, parameters, and dynamic content across your web application.
2. Payload Injection
AI-powered payloads test each input vector for web vulnerabilities with context-aware attack patterns.
3. Response Analysis
Advanced analysis detects vulnerability signatures in responses, confirming exploitability with proof-of-concept.
Key Capabilities
Industry-leading web security testing powered by AI, trusted by security teams worldwide for accurate vulnerability detection.
- Deep web crawling with JavaScript rendering support
- Context-aware payload generation for each parameter
- False positive elimination through response analysis
- OWASP Top 10 and CWE compliance mapping
- Seamless CI/CD and DevSecOps integration
Frequently Asked Questions
How do attackers exploit reflected XSS?
They craft a URL with malicious JavaScript in a parameter, then trick victims into clicking it via phishing emails, social media, or malicious ads. The script executes in the victim's browser.
What's the difference between reflected and stored XSS?
Reflected XSS requires victims to click a malicious link. Stored XSS is saved on the server and executes for every user who views the affected page.
Can HTTPS prevent XSS?
No, HTTPS encrypts traffic but doesn't prevent XSS. The malicious script is part of the legitimate response from your server, just with injected content.
What's the impact of session hijacking via XSS?
Attackers can steal session cookies and completely take over user accounts, accessing all data and functionality available to that user.
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