Clickjacking Basics

Clickjacking is a way to trick users into clicking on a link that looks harmless because it is disguised as something else.

Hackers often use this method on extremely popular sites because many people are attracted and it is easier to steal information.

Clickjacking usually involves a transparent div which contains a link embedded in it. The user sees the normal screen, though

An iframe is used to add your site to the hacker's site to make it appear legitimate and appealing. This can be prevented by using the frame-killing tecnique

The div is wrapped in a link tag that a user can accidentally click to downlaod malware.

Clickjacking Quiz

Green is correct

Red is incorrect

Good luck!

Question 1: Does clickjacking use a disguised link?

Yes No

Question 2: Why do hackers usually do this on popular sites?

They are barely visited by any users They attract many people and it is easier to be anonymous

Question 3: What does clickjacking usually involve?

A transparent div Complex Java consitional statements

Question 4: What does an iframe do?

Deletes your site from the Internet Adds your site to the hacker's site

Question 5: What does the frame killing technique do?

Kills your frames per second Prevents an iframe from embedding your site onto a foreign site