Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking
Session hijacking is a technique used by hackers to gain access to a target’s computer or online accounts. In a session hijacking attack, a hacker takes control of a user’s browsing session to gain access to their personal information and passwords. This article will explain what session hijacking is, how it works, and how to prevent it from happening A session hijacker can take control of a user’s session in several ways. One common method is to use a packet sniffer to intercept the communication between the user and the server, which allows the hacker to see what information is being sent and received. They can then use this information to log in to the account or access sensitive data. Session hijacking can also be performed by deploying malware to infect the user’s computer. This gives the hacker direct access to the machine, enabling them to then hijack any active sessions. Session hijacking can be either active or passive. Inactive session hijacking, the attacker takes control of...