Web Cache Deception attack: A new web attack vector

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Web Cache Deception attack is a new web attack vector that puts various technologies and frameworks at risk. By manipulating behaviors of web servers and caching mechanisms, anonymous attackers can expose sensitive information of authenticated application users, and in certain cases to even take control over their accounts. The vulnerability was found in multiple major websites, PayPal among them.