OWASP Vulnerabilities · interview question
When using JWTs for stateless authentication, what is a common practice to ensure token security?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Use HTTPS to transmit tokens
Why
Using HTTPS ensures that JWTs are transmitted securely over the network, protecting them from interception by attackers.
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