How do DNS rebinding attacks exploit vulnerabilities in devices connected to the internet?
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
DNS rebinding attacks are a type of cyber attack that exploit vulnerabilities in devices connected to the internet by manipulating the DNS (Domain Name System) resolution process. The DNS is responsible for translating domain names into IP addresses, allowing users to access websites by typing in easy-to-remember names instead of complex numerical addresses. In a
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Cybersecurity, DNS Attacks, IoT Devices, Same Origin Policy, Web Applications Security
What is the purpose of a DNS rebinding attack?
Saturday, 05 August 2023
by EITCA Academy
A DNS rebinding attack is a type of attack that exploits the trust relationship between a user's browser and a target web application. The purpose of this attack is to bypass the same-origin policy enforced by web browsers and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or perform malicious actions on behalf of the user. The