XML External Entities (XXE)
May 1, 2024
5 minute read
XML External Entities (XXE) is a type of attack that allows an attacker to access data from systems other than the one they are currently using. This can be a significant security risk, as it can allow attackers to access sensitive information such as databases, files, and even other systems.
Why Learn About XML External Entities (XXE)?
There are several reasons why you might want to learn about XML External Entities (XXE).
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Reading list
We've selected 11 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
XML External Entities (XXE).
Practical guide to web application security testing. It includes a chapter on XXE, which provides detailed instructions on how to exploit this vulnerability.
This document from the OWASP Foundation provides a detailed overview of XXE in Node.js. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn more about this vulnerability in the context of Node.js.
Provides a comprehensive overview of XML processing in Java, including a section on XXE attacks. It good resource for Java developers who want to learn more about XML security.
Provides a comprehensive overview of web application security, including a chapter on XML external entities (XXE). It valuable resource for developers and security professionals who want to learn more about XXE.
Provides a collection of patterns for securing XML applications, including patterns for preventing XXE attacks. It good resource for developers and security professionals.
Provides a hands-on guide to using WebGoat, a web application penetration testing tool. It includes a section on XXE attacks and provides step-by-step instructions on how to exploit XXE vulnerabilities. It good resource for security researchers and attackers.
Includes a section on XXE attacks and provides information on how to prevent XXE vulnerabilities. It good resource for developers and security professionals.
Includes a section on XXE attacks and provides practical advice on how to prevent XXE vulnerabilities. It good resource for developers and security professionals.
Includes a section on XXE attacks and provides guidance on how to avoid XXE vulnerabilities in C and C++ code. It good resource for developers.
Includes a chapter on XXE attacks and provides detailed information on how to exploit and prevent XXE vulnerabilities. It good resource for security researchers and attackers.
Includes a section on XXE attacks and provides basic information on how to prevent XXE vulnerabilities. It good resource for beginners who want to learn more about web application security.
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