Explain the purpose of cookies in web applications and discuss the potential security risks associated with improper cookie handling.
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
Cookies are an essential component of web applications, serving various purposes that enhance user experience and enable personalized interactions. These small text files, stored on the user's device, are primarily used to store information about the user's browsing activities and preferences. In the context of web protocols like DNS, HTTP, cookies, and sessions, cookies play
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/WASF Web Applications Security Fundamentals, Web protocols, DNS, HTTP, cookies, sessions, Examination review
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Best Practices, Cookies, Cross-Site Scripting, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Improper Handling, Input Sanitization, Input Validation, Secure Cookie Attributes, Secure Session Management, Security Risks, Sensitive Information, Session Fixation, Session Hijacking, Session Tracking, Stateful Interactions, Targeted Advertising, Unauthorized Access, User Preferences, Web Applications, XSS Attacks