Session Fixation Scanner
Tests for session fixation vulnerabilities in session management.
What is Session Fixation?
Session fixation occurs when an application doesn't regenerate session IDs after authentication. Attackers can set a victim's session ID to a known value before login, then use that same session ID after the victim authenticates to hijack their session.
Why is This Important?
Session fixation allows attackers to hijack authenticated sessions without needing to crack passwords or intercept traffic. If successful, attackers have complete access to the victim's account and all their data.
How It Works
1. Web Crawling
Intelligent crawling discovers all endpoints, forms, parameters, and dynamic content across your web application.
2. Payload Injection
AI-powered payloads test each input vector for web vulnerabilities with context-aware attack patterns.
3. Response Analysis
Advanced analysis detects vulnerability signatures in responses, confirming exploitability with proof-of-concept.
Key Capabilities
Industry-leading web security testing powered by AI, trusted by security teams worldwide for accurate vulnerability detection.
- Deep web crawling with JavaScript rendering support
- Context-aware payload generation for each parameter
- False positive elimination through response analysis
- OWASP Top 10 and CWE compliance mapping
- Seamless CI/CD and DevSecOps integration
Frequently Asked Questions
How do attackers fix session IDs?
Through URL parameters (?sessionid=xxx), cookie injection via XSS or subdomain, meta tag injection, or exploiting session ID acceptance in headers.
What's the fix for session fixation?
Always regenerate the session ID upon successful authentication. The old session ID should become invalid, and a new one should be created.
Does SameSite cookie attribute help?
SameSite helps prevent cross-site cookie injection but doesn't prevent all session fixation vectors. Session regeneration remains essential.
Can session fixation affect mobile apps?
Yes, if mobile APIs use session tokens that aren't regenerated after authentication, similar attacks are possible through various token injection methods.
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