Security headers for shodan.io

Security headers summary for shodan.io

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

Below you can review which headers shodan.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 shodan.io

A higher score means shodan.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 shodan.io, as they provide the strongest protection against scripting and downgrade attacks.

Use cases

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

Frequently asked questions

Which security headers does shodan.io use?

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

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

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

Does shodan.io enforce HTTPS with HSTS?

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

Why does shodan.io have a low security score?

A low score means shodan.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 shodan.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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