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Security risks in Service Workers and mitigation
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
Service Workers can be exploited if malicious scripts are injected.
Deep explanation
Since SW intercepts all requests, XSS vulnerabilities can lead to full app compromise. Strict CSP, HTTPS, and input sanitization are required.
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