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Hijacking

An attack where an attacker takes control of a session, account, or network communication.

Understanding the Concept


Hijacking refers to the unauthorized interception or takeover of computer systems, network connections, or user sessions. It involves gaining control over legitimate communication channels or system resources.

Types/Categories


Session Hijacking

  • Cookie theft

  • Session fixation

  • Token manipulation

Network Hijacking

  • DNS hijacking

  • ARP spoofing

  • BGP hijacking

Application Hijacking

  • Browser hijacking

  • Click hijacking

  • Form hijacking

Challenges and Considerations


  • Detection complexity

  • Prevention overhead

  • User experience impact

  • Implementation costs

  • Legacy system support

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