Replace Inline Event Handlers with Safer Alternatives

Security Analyzer

What is this warning?

Your page uses inline event handlers (like `onclick="..."` in HTML). While functional, these can be a security risk as they're harder to protect with Content Security Policy and can be more easily exploited in XSS attacks. Modern best practices recommend using event listeners instead.

How to Fix This Issue

How to Fix It

The Problem

<button onclick="alert('Hello!')">Click me</button>

The Solution

Move the event handling code to a separate script and use `addEventListener()` to attach the event handler.

<button id="myButton">Click me</button>
<script>
  document.getElementById('myButton').addEventListener('click', function() {
    alert('Hello!');
  });
</script>

Why This Works

Using `addEventListener()` is more secure and allows you to implement a stricter Content Security Policy without `'unsafe-inline'`, providing better protection against XSS attacks.

SEO Impact

This issue can affect your site's search engine rankings and user experience. Addressing it promptly helps ensure optimal performance and visibility in search results.

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