How does the "User-Agent" header in HTTP help the server determine the client's identity and why is it useful for various purposes?
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
The "User-Agent" header in HTTP plays a important role in helping the server determine the client's identity and serves various useful purposes in the realm of web application security. The User-Agent header provides valuable information about the client's web browser, operating system, and other relevant details that aid in identifying the client's device and software
What is the role of the “User-Agent” header?
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
The "User-Agent" header is an essential component of the HTTP protocol, which is used in web applications to facilitate communication between clients (such as web browsers) and servers. This header provides information about the client software or browser that is making the request to the server. The server can then use this information to tailor
- Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/WASF Web Applications Security Fundamentals, Web protocols, DNS, HTTP, cookies, sessions, Examination review
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Browser Capabilities, Client Preferences, Cybersecurity, HTTP, User-Agent Header, Web Application Security