Security headers for prometheus.io

Security headers summary for prometheus.io

This page validates the HTTP security headers returned by prometheus.io, scoring its protection against common web attacks.

Below you can review which headers prometheus.io sends, which are missing, and recommendations to harden the configuration.

What are HTTP security headers?

HTTP security headers are response headers that instruct the browser to apply protective policies, mitigating attacks such as XSS, clickjacking and content sniffing.

Key headers include Content-Security-Policy (CSP), Strict-Transport-Security (HSTS), X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options and Referrer-Policy.

How to interpret the headers of prometheus.io

A higher score means prometheus.io sends more of the recommended security headers with secure values. Missing headers are highlighted so you know what to add.

Focus first on CSP and HSTS for prometheus.io, as they provide the strongest protection against scripting and downgrade attacks.

Use cases

  • Audit the security headers of prometheus.io before or after a deploy.
  • Identify missing headers that increase attack risk on prometheus.io.
  • Verify that prometheus.io enforces HTTPS with HSTS.
  • Support hardening reports and security reviews for prometheus.io.

Frequently asked questions

Which security headers does prometheus.io use?

This page lists the HTTP security headers present on prometheus.io, such as CSP, HSTS, X-Frame-Options and X-Content-Type-Options, along with their values.

Does prometheus.io have a Content-Security-Policy?

The results show whether prometheus.io sends a Content-Security-Policy header and whether its value is considered secure.

Does prometheus.io enforce HTTPS with HSTS?

The Strict-Transport-Security section indicates whether prometheus.io forces HTTPS and for how long, including includeSubDomains and preload flags.

Why does prometheus.io have a low security score?

A low score means prometheus.io is missing important headers or sends insecure values. The missing-headers and recommendations sections explain how to improve it.

Is the security headers check for prometheus.io free?

Yes. The XploreNetHub Security Headers Validator is completely free, requires no sign-up and runs directly in your browser.

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