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XML External Entity (XXE)
Hard

XXE attacks exploit vulnerable XML processors to read sensitive files or perform server-side request forgery.

Attack Overview
Key information about XML External Entity (XXE)

XXE attacks exploit vulnerable XML processors to read sensitive files or perform server-side request forgery.

Common Tools:

  • XXEinjector
  • OWASP XML Security Gateway
  • XEE Tester
  • Burp Suite (XXE Scanner)

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What is the primary goal of a XML External Entity (XXE) attack?

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Difficulty
Hard
Primary Targets

Web applications, databases, authentication systems

OWASP Top 10

Ranked in the OWASP Top 10 Web Application Security Risks