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V-222576

Application Security and Development Security Technical Implementation Guide

CAT II

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The application must set the secure flag on session cookies.

Description

<VulnDiscussion>Many web development frameworks such as PHP, .NET, ASP as well as application servers include their own mechanisms for session management. Whenever possible it is recommended to utilize the provided session management framework. Setting the secure bit on session cookie ensures the session cookie is only sent via TLS/SSL HTTPS connections. This helps to ensure confidentiality as the session cookie is not able to be viewed by unauthorized parties as it transits the network. Sett...

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Configure the application to ensure the secure flag is set on session cookies.

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