Protecting against Login CSRF attacks: How WorkOS keeps your users secure

Login Cross-Site Request Forgery (Login CSRF) is a subtle yet serious cybersecurity threat where an attacker deceives a victim into logging into a web application using the attacker's credentials, allowing for potential data manipulation or session hijacking. This type of attack can bypass traditional CSRF defenses, as it occurs before an authenticated session is established. WorkOS, a company focused on secure authentication, has implemented a layered security approach to combat Login CSRF, including strict URL validation, session binding, sign-in consent pages, cookie isolation policies, and Content Security Policy (CSP) headers, all designed to prevent unauthorized login attempts and ensure users maintain control over their authentication processes. By using such comprehensive safeguards, WorkOS aims to provide enterprise-grade security that is accessible and reliable, protecting both users and developers from the risks associated with Login CSRF attacks.