Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) is a type of attack where a malicious website tricks a user's browser into performing unwanted actions on a different site where the user is authenticated. This exploit takes advantage of the trust that a web application has in the user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions such as data theft or account manipulation.

Cross-Site Request Forgery

CSRF

type of attack

malicious website

user's browser

unwanted actions

different site

user is authenticated

An exploit is a piece of software, data, or sequence of commands that takes advantage of a bug or vulnerability in a system to cause unintended or unanticipated behavior. Exploits can be used for malicious purposes, such as gaining unauthorized access to resources or systems, or for ethical hacking to improve security by identifying and fixing vulnerabilities.

exploit

Trust in the user's browser

unauthorized actions

Data theft is the unauthorized access and retrieval of sensitive information by individuals or organizations with malicious intent, often resulting in significant financial and reputational damage to the victims. It involves exploiting vulnerabilities in technology systems or human behavior to gain access to personal, financial, or proprietary data, which can then be used for identity theft, fraud, or corporate espionage.

data theft

account manipulation

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