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Chrome's DBSC Locks Stolen Cookies to Devices — But Will Sites Follow?

Stolen session cookies fueled 86% of infostealer attacks in 2023. Google's new Chrome feature slams the door on that — cryptographically tethering them to your device.

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⚡ Key Takeaways

  • DBSC uses hardware keys to make stolen Chrome cookies worthless, slashing session theft on opt-in sites. 𝕏
  • Early tests show big drops in hijacks, but website adoption will dictate real-world impact. 𝕏
  • Google's pushing expansions like federated support — potential game-changer if devs follow. 𝕏
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Originally reported by SecurityWeek

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