How does the browser attach extra headers, such as the host and origin headers, when making a request to a local server?
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
When a browser makes a request to a local server, it attaches extra headers, such as the host and origin headers, to provide additional information to the server. These headers play a crucial role in ensuring the security and proper functioning of web applications. In this answer, we will explore how the browser attaches these
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/WASF Web Applications Security Fundamentals, Server security, Local HTTP server security, Examination review
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Browser Security, Cybersecurity, Host Header, HTTP Headers, Local Server, Origin Header