WebSocket Security Cheat Sheet

WSS, origin checks, and auth

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

Layers

Layer Control
Transport wss
Auth token
Message size limit bytes

Commands

wss://example.com
Use TLS
check origin header
Ensure allowed
rate limit
Thwart floods

Rules

Authenticate once, use tokens, and monitor connections.

💡 Pro Tip: Use wss, validate origins, and limit message size.
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