How do I fix "Cookie missing HttpOnly"?

Add HttpOnly flag to cookies: Set-Cookie: session=value; Secure; HttpOnly; SameSite=Strict; Path=/

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Cookie missing HttpOnly

Cookie accessible to JavaScript

Code: cookie_missing_httponly

Why it matters

Cookie accessible to JavaScript. Browsers and users expect sites to be secure. Missing protections expose visitors to data theft, phishing, and loss of trust.

How to fix

Add HttpOnly flag to cookies

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Set-Cookie: session=value; Secure; HttpOnly; SameSite=Strict; Path=/

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