A Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability was discovered on Orient Electric’s Tunnel Access Portal, classified as P3 severity. The responsible disclosure led to a five-digit bounty and recognition from the security team.
You Should Know:
Understanding Reflected XSS
Reflected XSS occurs when malicious scripts are injected into a web application and executed in the victim’s browser. Unlike stored XSS, the payload is not permanently stored but reflected back from the server in response to a malicious request.
How to Test for Reflected XSS
Here’s a hands-on approach to testing for Reflected XSS:
1. Basic Payload Testing
Inject a simple script into input fields or URL parameters:
<script>alert('XSS')</script>
If an alert pops up, the site is vulnerable.
2. Bypassing Basic Filters
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