Session Sidejacking
Session sidejacking is a type of cyber attack that occurs when a hacker intercepts and steals a user’s session cookies while they are accessing a website. Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device that communicate with a website to maintain a user’s session, preferences, and account information.
Through session sidejacking, a hacker can gain access to sensitive information, such as usernames and passwords, and can even take control of a user’s account without their knowledge. This type of attack typically occurs on websites that do not have secure connections or do not use HTTPS encryption.
To prevent session sidejacking, it is important to always use secure connections and to ensure that websites use encryption to protect users’ data. Additionally, regularly clearing cookies and using two-factor authentication can help to further reduce the risk of this type of attack.