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Web Security

Web Security:


Web security is a critical concept aimed at ensuring the security of websites, web applications, and web services operating on the internet. With the rapid increase in the number of internet users, there has also been a rise in cyber attacks and web-based threats. In this context, web security not only helps protect websites from attacks but also ensures the security of users' personal and sensitive information.

Key Elements of Web Security:
  • SSL/TLS Certificates: Secure communication between a website and a user's browser through encryption.
  • Web Application Firewall (WAF): Filters HTTP/HTTPS requests to block potential threats like SQL injection and XSS.
  • Input Validation: Checks user-submitted data to ensure only valid data is accepted into the system.
  • Authentication and Authorization: Verifies user identity and controls access to resources.
  • Session Management: Ensures user sessions are secure and cannot be hijacked.
  • Data Encryption: Converts sensitive data into a code that only authorized users can understand.

Major Web Attacks and Defense Methods:
The document explains common attacks like SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Denial of Service (DoS), Brute Force Attacks, and Phishing, along with methods to prevent them.

Latest Trends in Web Security:
The use of AI and Machine Learning to predict and identify threats, Bug Bounty Programs to discover vulnerabilities, and the growing importance of Cloud Security.