What is URL encryption?

URL encryption is a dynamic whitelist filtering method designed to prevent forceful browsing attacks. With URL encryption, the application's web addresses are encrypted and forwarded to the client. This prevents an attacker from gaining access to insufficiently protected parts of the application by modifying the address.

A forceful browsing attack occurs when an attacker attempts to access sensitive or protected pages of a web application by manually changing the URL or trying different URLs. Encrypting the URLs makes this type of attack more difficult because the attacker can no longer easily guess or manipulate which URLs point to sensitive areas of the application.

Another advantage of URL encryption is that it hides the topology of the application and the technologies used in it, such as PHP, from potential attackers. This improves the overall security of the application by making it more difficult to identify potential vulnerabilities and attack vectors.

URL encryption is an effective measure for strengthening the security of web applications and can help protect sensitive data and protected areas from unauthorized access. Airlock Secure Access Hub provides URL encryption capabilities to increase the security of web applications. Find out more about the security features of Airlock Secure Access Hub at the following link: Airlock Secure Access Hub - Filtering.