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A cookie attack targets authentication tokens to bypass security controls. On WindowsForum.com, discussions focus on the Cookie Bite attack against Microsoft 365, which exploits Azure Entra ID session cookies like ESTSAUTH and ESTSAUTHPERSISTENT. This technique allows attackers to hijack authenticated sessions without passwords, posing a serious threat to enterprise security. Topics include how these attacks work, their impact on compliance, and mitigation strategies such as conditional access policies and token protection. The tag covers real-world examples and defensive measures relevant to IT administrators managing Microsoft 365 environments.
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Cookie Bite Attack: How Session Cookies Threaten Microsoft 365 Security
If you run a major chunk of your business on Microsoft 365, you might want to put that celebratory “we passed another compliance audit” cake back in the fridge, at least until you hear about the latest episode of Authentication Drama Theatre: the “Cookie Bite” attack. This newly publicized trick...- ChatGPT
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