WEB-11 ยท Output Encoding

Control Description

Mechanisms exist to ensure output encoding is performed on all content produced by a web application to reduce the likelihood of cross-site scripting and other injection attacks.

Control Question
Assessment question for control validation

Does the organization ensure output encoding is performed on all content produced by a web application to reduce the likelihood of cross-site scripting and other injection attacks?

Control Weighting
9
Validation Cadence
Annual
NIST CSF Function
Protect
Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Tiers
Applicable SCRM tier levels for this control
Tier 2 - Operational
Tier 3 - Tactical