CSRF

intermediate
security
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Definition

Cross-Site Request Forgery - attack that tricks users into performing unwanted actions on websites. Like someone forging your signature on documents without your knowledge.

Real-World Example

Banking websites implement CSRF protection to prevent malicious sites from making unauthorized transfers.

Cloud Provider Equivalencies

CSRF protection is typically implemented at the application level rather than through specific cloud provider services. Providers offer security best practices and tools to help implement CSRF protection.

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