What are the differences between session fixation and session hijacking?

What are the differences between session fixation and session hijacking?

Session fixation is when an attacker sets a user's session ID to a known value, while session hijacking involves stealing an active session ID.

Can you explain how session fixation works?

Sure! In session fixation, the attacker tricks the user into using a session ID that the attacker has already set, allowing them to take control once the user logs in.

And how does session hijacking occur?

Session hijacking typically occurs when an attacker intercepts a user's session ID through methods like network sniffing or cross-site scripting.

What are some ways to prevent these attacks?

To prevent session fixation, ensure that a new session ID is generated upon login. For session hijacking, use HTTPS and implement secure cookie attributes.