Java: SQL Injection Question Preventing Stored XSS with HTML Encoding? (Click to reveal answer) Answer HTML encoding prevents execution of malicious scripts. Stored XSS occurs when malicious scripts are saved on a server and executed by users. Encoding user input before rendering on the web page transforms characters like ' Additional NotesPreventing Stored XSS with HTML Encoding? Track: Java Topic: OWASP Vulnerabilities Focus: SQL Injection Topics: Java OWASP Vulnerabilities SQL Injection