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Web Shell

A malicious script uploaded to a web server that gives an attacker remote access and control, typically allowing command execution through a web browser interface.

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SQL Injection XSS Stored XSS Reflected XSS DOM-Based XSS CSRF SSRF XXE IDOR RCE LFI RFI
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