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Research · Dec 20, 2024

WebSocket Security: A Deep Dive

Our research into common WebSocket vulnerabilities and how KarmaGate helps detect them.

WebSocket connections are increasingly common in modern web applications, yet they often lack the same security scrutiny as traditional HTTP endpoints.

Common Vulnerabilities

Cross-Site WebSocket Hijacking — Attackers can establish WebSocket connections from malicious origins if CORS is not properly configured.

Message Injection — Without proper input validation, attackers can inject malicious payloads into WebSocket messages.

Denial of Service — WebSocket connections can be abused to exhaust server resources.

How KarmaGate Helps

Our Gate proxy provides full WebSocket inspection, allowing you to intercept, modify, and replay WebSocket messages. Probe includes specialized templates for detecting WebSocket vulnerabilities.

Try KarmaGate now.

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