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Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers have introduced "device-bound session credentials" to enhance security by encrypting cookies with a cryptographic key stored in the computer's TPM module, preventing session hijacking even if cookies are stolen.
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- Device-bound session credentials encrypt cookies using a TPM module key.
- This feature prevents session hijacking by making stolen cookies useless.
- Previously, app-bound session credentials offered limited protection.
- The feature is available in Chrome version 146 and other Chromium browsers.
TAKEAWAYS
- Device-bound credentials enhance security against "pass the cookie" attacks.
- Websites must implement this feature for it to work.
- A TPM module is required on the computer for functionality.
- Users can verify the feature in Chrome dev tools under the Network tab.