Understanding CSRF Attacks
The silent threat to web applications and user trust
What is CSRF?
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) tricks users into performing unwanted actions
Exploits trust between a web app and its users
How CSRF Works
Attacker sends a malicious request via email, link, or hidden form
User unknowingly triggers the request while logged in Actions happen with user’s valid session
Why CSRF is Dangerous
Unauthorized fund transfers
Changing account settings or passwords
Data theft or leakage
Loss of customer trust
How to Prevent CSRF Attacks
Implement anti-CSRF tokens
Enforce SameSite cookie settings
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA)
Regularly update and patch web apps
Stay Secure Against CSRF Attacks
Protecting web applications requires layered defenses, proactive monitoring, and user awareness to stop hidden threats before they cause damage.