Test Methods ( Detailed Overview )

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Hidden Form Value

Remediation Task

Encrypt data

WASC Classification

Information Disclosure: Information Leakage

Affected Products

This issue may affect different types of products

Technical Description

Hidden form fields normally are used to submit values. Also it is considered bad security practice. Although the field is hidden it is still accessible for a user.

Fix Recommendation

If you want to rely on hidden form fields it would be best to encrypt the data passed. Although it would be best not to rely on hidden form fields.