Survey of Attacks against HTTPS: Analysis, Exploitation, and Mitigation Strategies

This research paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of known attacks against HTTPS, focusing on the SSL and TLS protocols. The paper begins by explaining the working of HTTPS, followed by detailed descriptions of SSL and TLS protocols. Subsequently, it explores common attacks against HTTPS, providing an in-depth analysis of each attack, along with proof-of-concept (PoC) demonstrations. Furthermore, the paper outlines mitigation strategies to address each attack, emphasizing the importance of proactive security measures. Finally, a conclusion is drawn, highlighting the evolving nature of HTTPS attacks and the continuous need for robust security practices.