CWE-83 - Improper Neutralization of Script in Attributes in a Web Page
- Abstraction:Variant
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Draft
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Improper Neutralization of Script in Attributes in a Web Page
Description
The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes "javascript:" or other URIs from dangerous attributes within tags, such as onmouseover, onload, onerror, or style.
Common Consequences
Scope: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
Impact: Read Application Data, Execute Unauthorized Code or Commands
