🚫 Clickjacking: A Hidden Threat You Shouldn’t Ignore
Clickjacking
🚫 Clickjacking: A Hidden Threat You Shouldn’t Ignore
Clickjacking is a UI-based attack where attackers load your website inside a hidden or transparent iframe and trick users into clicking buttons or links unknowingly. This can lead to unauthorized actions like form submissions, account changes, or even payments — all without the user's awareness.
🔒 How to Prevent Clickjacking
Add these security headers to block your website from being embedded anywhere (.htaccess):
<IfModule mod_headers.c>
# Security Headers (Clickjacking Protection)
Header always set X-Frame-Options "DENY"
Header always set Content-Security-Policy "frame-ancestors 'none';"
</IfModule>
🛡 Why This Matters
Protects users from hidden malicious actions
Prevents UI redressing & deceptive overlays
Strengthens overall application security
✔ Final Note
Always use X-Frame-Options for basic protection.
Use CSP (Content Security Policy) frame-ancestors for modern & stronger security.
Protecting the UI is as important as securing the backend.