Cookie Poisoning
Cookie poisoning is a type of cyber attack that tries to manipulate data stored in cookies. Cookies are small text files that are stored in your web browser and contain information about your online activity, such as login credentials, preferences or items in a shopping cart.
A cookie poisoning attack can happen in different ways, but the main idea is to inject harmful data into the cookie or modify the existing data. This can be done by exploiting vulnerabilities in the website or the user’s system, intercepting the cookie during transmission, or using social engineering techniques to trick the user into giving away sensitive information.
The consequences of cookie poisoning can be serious. Attackers can use the manipulated cookie to imitate the user’s identity, steal personal data, or perform malicious actions on behalf of the user without their knowledge.
To prevent cookie poisoning, it is important to keep your web browser and security software up-to-date, avoid accessing suspicious websites or links, and regularly delete cookies and other temporary files from your browser. It is also recommended to use strong and unique passwords for your online accounts and enable two-factor authentication whenever possible.