Understanding the Different Types of Web Application Attacks and How to Prevent Them
Hijacking refers to the unauthorized takeover of a website or web page by another website or entity. This can occur in several ways, including:
1. DNS Hijacking: The attacker modifies the Domain Name System (DNS) records for a domain to redirect users to a fake website that looks like the original one.
2. HTTP Hijacking: The attacker intercepts and modifies the HTTP requests and responses between the user's browser and the web server, allowing them to steal sensitive information or inject malware.
3. SSL/TLS Hijacking: The attacker intercepts and modifies the SSL/TLS encryption keys used to secure communication between the user's browser and the web server, allowing them to eavesdrop on the communication or inject malware.
4. Web Application Firewall (WAF) Hijacking: The attacker exploits vulnerabilities in a WAF to gain unauthorized access to the web application and its data.
5. Content Delivery Network (CDN) Hijacking: The attacker exploits vulnerabilities in a CDN to redirect users to a fake website or inject malware into the content delivered by the CDN.
6. Man-in-the-middle (MitM) Attack: The attacker intercepts the communication between the user's browser and the web server, allowing them to steal sensitive information or inject malware.
7. Phishing Attack: The attacker creates a fake website that looks like the original one and tricks the user into entering their login credentials or other sensitive information.
8. Malvertising: The attacker injects malicious code into legitimate online advertisements, which can lead to the installation of malware or the theft of sensitive information.
9. Drive-by Download: The attacker exploits vulnerabilities in a web page or application to download malware onto the user's device without their knowledge or consent.
10. Zero-Day Exploit: The attacker exploits a previously unknown vulnerability in a web page or application, which can allow them to gain unauthorized access to the system or inject malware.
It is important to note that these types of attacks can be prevented by using security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption. Additionally, keeping software and applications up-to-date with the latest security patches can help protect against known vulnerabilities.
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