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Open Redirect

A vulnerability where a web application redirects users to an attacker-controlled URL without validation.

How it works

A vulnerability where a web application redirects users to an attacker-controlled URL without validation.

In WordPress

Use wp_safe_redirect() instead of wp_redirect() in WordPress to validate the target against allowed hosts.

Related terms

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What Is Open Redirect? — WordPress Security Glossary | WP HealthKit