Building a Secure Development Lifecycle Against XSS

Creating applications resistant to XSS attacks requires more than just applying security patches after development – it demands integrating security practices throughout the entire software development lifecycle. A secure development lifecycle (SDL) embeds security considerations from initial design through deployment and maintenance, making XSS prevention a fundamental aspect of how teams build software. This chapter provides a comprehensive guide to implementing an SDL that specifically addresses XSS vulnerabilities while maintaining development velocity and team productivity.