HTTPSorHTTP

2024-09-08 7 min read Security Web TLS SSL HTTPS

The Illusion of Web Security: A Cautionary Tale

Alex was a bright developer. Fresh out of college and eager to make a mark, he landed a job at a promising tech startup. His first major project: build a new web application for the company’s clients. As Alex dove into the world of code, he kept hearing the same advice from his peers and mentors: “Make sure the site uses HTTPS. It’s the gold standard for web security.”