cwe-693-missing-security-headers

Implement HTTP security headers in Java Spring Boot applications.

3|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
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Skill: cwe-693-missing-security-headers
Source: https://github.com/DevelopersCoffee/java-cwe-security-skills/tree/main/cwe-693-missing-security-headers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DevelopersCoffee/java-cwe-security-skills --skill cwe-693-missing-security-headers

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the critical security vulnerability of Missing Security Headers (Clickjacking) in Java applications, protecting them from malicious framing and unauthorized content embedding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vulnerability Remediation: Identifies and fixes missing X-Frame-Options and Content-Security-Policy headers.
  • Automated Security Enhancement: Integrates security header implementation via filters or Spring Security configuration.
  • Use Case: A security audit flags your Java web application for CWE-693. This Skill provides the exact code to implement the necessary headers, ensuring your application is protected against clickjacking attacks.

Quick Start

Apply the cwe-693-missing-security-headers skill to secure the Java code against clickjacking.

Frequently Asked Questions about cwe-693-missing-security-headers

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I fix CWE-693 missing security headers in a Java application?

To fix CWE-693 missing security headers in Java, implement HTTP security headers like X-Frame-Options and Content-Security-Policy using Servlet API filters or Spring Security configuration to prevent clickjacking and XSS attacks.

What is the best way to prevent clickjacking in Spring Boot?

The best way to prevent clickjacking in Spring Boot is configuring Content-Security-Policy and X-Frame-Options headers. This Skill provides exact Spring Security configuration code to block unauthorized framing and content embedding.

Do I need Spring Security to add X-Frame-Options headers, or can I use Servlet filters?

You do not need Spring Security exclusively; you can add X-Frame-Options headers using standard Servlet API filters. This Skill supports both approaches, requiring Java, Spring Boot, and Servlet API for implementation.

What security headers are required to remediate CWE-693 vulnerabilities?

Remediating CWE-693 vulnerabilities requires implementing HTTP security headers including X-Frame-Options, Content-Security-Policy, and headers preventing MIME sniffing and XSS protection in your Java web application.

Why does my Java web application fail security audits for missing Content-Security-Policy?

Your Java web application fails security audits for missing Content-Security-Policy because it lacks HTTP headers restricting unauthorized content embedding. This Skill remediates the vulnerability by providing exact filter or Spring Security configuration code.

How does implementing X-Frame-Options protect against clickjacking attacks?

Implementing X-Frame-Options protects against clickjacking attacks by preventing your Java application from being embedded in malicious frames. This Skill remediates CWE-693 by adding the necessary HTTP security headers to block unauthorized framing.