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How do side channels pose a threat to the security of web applications?

Saturday, 05 August 2023 by EITCA Academy

Side channels pose a significant threat to the security of web applications. In the context of cybersecurity, a side channel is a channel of information leakage that provides an attacker with additional knowledge about a system's internal state or operations. These channels can be exploited to gather sensitive information or launch attacks on web applications.

Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/WASF Web Applications Security Fundamentals, DoS, phishing and side channels, Denial-of-service, phishing and side channels, Examination review

Tagged under: Cache Attack, Covert Channels, Cybersecurity, Power Analysis Attack, Side Channels, Timing Attack, Web Application Security

What are some strategies and best practices that web application developers can implement to mitigate the risks of DoS attacks, phishing attempts, and side channels?

Saturday, 05 August 2023 by EITCA Academy

Web application developers face numerous challenges when it comes to ensuring the security of their applications. One of the key concerns is the mitigation of risks associated with Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks, phishing attempts, and side channels. In this answer, we will discuss some strategies and best practices that can be implemented to address these risks.

Published in Cybersecurity, EITC/IS/WASF Web Applications Security Fundamentals, DoS, phishing and side channels, Denial-of-service, phishing and side channels, Examination review

Tagged under: Access Controls, Anti-phishing Tools, Cybersecurity, DoS Attacks, Encryption, IDS/IPS, Load Balancing, Phishing Attempts, Rate Limiting, Secure Coding Practices, Secure Communication, Security Audits, Side Channels, Traffic Monitoring, Two-factor Authentication, User Education

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How do side channels pose a threat to the security of web applications?

What are some strategies and best practices that web application developers can implement to mitigate the risks of DoS attacks, phishing attempts, and side channels?