Web Foundations
HTTP for security testers
| Concept | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Method | Changes server-side intent |
| Cookie | Carries client-side state |
| Authorization | Expresses identity/credentials |
| Origin | Important browser security boundary |
| Content-Type | Influences parsing and validation |
Understanding normal traffic is the foundation for spotting abnormal behavior. Capture and compare requests only within an authorized test environment.
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