WebSession is a proposed protocol for secure browser sessions on the World Wide Web. It aims to replace cookies and provide better security, user control, and privacy. Unlike authentication protocols, WebSession is specifically designed for session maintenance across multiple HTTP requests. It can be used for various purposes, such as anonymous shopping carts, personalization, A/B testing, and analytics. The current use of cookies poses security risks, as stolen cookies can be used to impersonate users. Additionally, the lack of user control and the confusion over essential and non-essential cookies due to privacy laws call for a dedicated session maintenance protocol like WebSession. WebSession ensures security by using Diffie-Hellman key exchange, does not rely on bearer tokens, and provides privacy by using opaque identifiers. It also allows for browser-native integration and session management. The protocol involves a server challenge, client response, and server validation process. Overall, WebSession offers a more secure and privacy-focused alternative to cookies for maintaining user sessions on the web.
https://websession.dev/